Carbon Credits with SDG Benefits

Carbon Credits with SDG Benefits Share this: As more and more companies strive to become carbon neutral, the demand for carbon credits is on the rise. However, not all carbon credits are created equal. Purchasing carbon credits from projects that have social and environmental co-benefits aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) can […]

Navigating the carbon offset marketplace

Navigating the carbon offset marketplace Share this: As a provider of carbon credits through the CARBONOFF initiative, it is important to offer guidance to corporations on how to navigate this marketplace and make informed decisions about which projects to support. This can include providing information on the different types of carbon offset projects available, their […]

Introduction to carbon credits

Introduction to Carbon Credits Share this: What is the voluntary carbon market? The Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM) is a market in which individuals, corporations and project developers purchase and sell carbon credits on a voluntary basis. These credits represent avoidance, removal, or reduction of greenhouse gasses in the atmosphere. The VCM allows entities to offset […]

What is a carbon offset

What is a carbon offset Share this: A carbon offset represents a reduction or removal of one metric tonne of carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere that is used to compensate for emissions that occur elsewhere. Carbon offsets can be generated by the reduction or removal of any greenhouse gas (GHG) known to cause climate […]

Voluntary carbon markets

Voluntary carbon markets Share this: Unlike compliance carbon markets which are regulated by the Paris Agreement, voluntary carbon markets have a wider range of development and don’t fall under so many rules, making the transitions easier. Thus, the voluntary carbon market includes all carbon offset transactions that are not purchased with the intention of complying […]