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Carbon Neutrality

A state in which the net carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) emissions resulting from an entity’s activities is zero. Achieving carbon neutrality involves quantifying all emissions produced and taking measures to reduce emissions where possible, with any remaining emissions offset by purchasing carbon credits or engaging in other emissions reduction activities.

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27 October 2025

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Fears grow over looming supply crunch for CORSIA aviation carbon credits

Demand for eligible carbon credits is set to grow under the UN’s Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) as airlines’ CO2 emissions continue to rebound from 2020’s...

23 October 2025

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Huge Supply Gap: CORSIA Carbon Credit Demand Forecast vs Current Supply

The global aviation industry faces a looming shortage of carbon credits to meet operators’ obligations under the CORSIA carbon market.

21 October 2025

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What Are Nature-Based Solutions?

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