The voluntary greenhouse gas emission reduction trading mechanism is an important policy means to promote greenhouse gas emission reduction through market mechanisms and help achieve carbon peak and carbon neutrality goals. The voluntary emission reduction trading mechanism in China began in 2012，and after five years of practical exploration，it has provided an effective channel for the entire society to actively participate in carbon reduction actions. Since 2023，relevant national departments have solicited suggestions and opinions from the public on methodology and management measures，which mark the launch of the market. At the same time，it should also be noted that in the early stages of market launch，there are still problems such as insufficient market supply，uncertain international linkage of mechanisms，and relatively lagging capacity building，which need to be gradually improved in the development process. Based on that，this article provides an prospect.