Carbon Trust Appoints New Head of Asia to Drive Regional Decarbonisation

Global climate consultancy the Carbon Trust has appointed Wei Mei Hum as its new Head of Asia, with responsibility for leading the firm's Singapore office and expanding its presence across key regional markets including the Philippines, Malaysia, Vietnam and Indonesia. Hum joins after more than five years at voluntary carbon market exchange AirCarbon Exchange.

Founded in 2001, the Carbon Trust employs more than 400 experts across offices in London, Amsterdam, Berlin, Singapore, Johannesburg and Mexico City, offering services including net zero transition planning, carbon footprint labelling, and independent assurance. In her new role, Hum will focus on strengthening partnerships, developing tailored decarbonisation solutions, and supporting organisations in delivering credible emissions reductions. She most recently served as Head of Asia Pacific and Global Head of Carbon and Environmental Products at AirCarbon Exchange.

The appointment comes as demand for climate advisory services in Southeast Asia continues to grow, driven by regulatory pressure, investor expectations, and voluntary net zero commitments from corporations. The Carbon Trust's expansion in Asia is significant for India and the broader South and Southeast Asian markets, where building credible decarbonisation pathways for diverse industrial and energy sectors remains complex. The firm's presence in Singapore positions it as a hub for providing tailored solutions to regional clients.

Hum described 2026 as a crucial year for climate action, stressing the need to maintain momentum toward a decarbonised economy. The Carbon Trust marks its 25th year in 2026, and the firm's Asia leadership says the appointment reflects a commitment to driving transformative change through collaboration between business, governments and financial institutions. Hum's background in carbon markets and environmental products is expected to strengthen the firm's advisory capabilities in Asia's growing voluntary and compliance carbon markets.

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