The buildup of carbon dioxide in the Earth’s atmosphere is like a bath filling up and overflowing with water. Avoiding and reducing emissions is like turning the tap to reduce the flow into the bath. But we also need to remove emissions that are already in the atmosphere – the equivalent of pulling the plug.
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12 October 2026
Retailers generally offer offsets from multiple projects and will usually give some general information surrounding the specific project.
12 October 2026
A term used to describe actions by organisations intended to create the impression of reducing emissions or improving sustainability credentials, but which lack verifiable environmental benefits.
24 September 2026
Refers to the period – usually a calendar year – in which an emissions reduction, avoidance or removal takes place. Carbon credits are often listed as being of a particular vintage.
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