CFTC wants whistleblowers to help thwart carbon markets fraud
By 
Jeff Dale2023-06-21T16:08:00
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) issued an alert Tuesday regarding the identification and reporting of potential fraud or manipulation in carbon markets.
The alert aims to assist the public in recognizing and reporting potential violations of the Commodity Exchange Act connected to fraud or manipulation in carbon markets.
CFTC Chairman Rostin Behnam emphasized the importance of maintaining integrity and trust in carbon markets by detecting and addressing fraud and manipulation.
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