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Carbon Offsets Introduction: Carbon Offsets are anything that reduces emissions elsewhere to make up for carbon dioxide (CO2) or other greenhouse gases (measured in carbon dioxide equivalents [CO2e]) that are emitted. No matter where such reductions in emissions take place, the climate benefits from them since greenhouse gases are widely distributed in the [...]

Carbon Neutral Organizations Introduction: A carbon-neutral organization refers to an entity, such as a company, institution, or government agency, that takes deliberate actions to balance the amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) it emits with an equivalent amount of CO2 removed from the atmosphere or offset through various environmental initiatives. The goal is to [...]

Carbon Neutral Biomass Introduction: Carbon neutral biomass refers to organic materials, such as plants and waste, used as an energy source. The term "carbon neutral" signifies that the net carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions released during the biomass's lifecycle, from growth to combustion, are balanced by the CO2 absorbed during its growth phase. In [...]

Carbon Footprint What is a carbon footprint? A carbon footprint is a method of measuring the total amount of greenhouse gases, carbon dioxide (CO2), and other compounds which are emitted directly or indirectly by an individual, organization, event, or product throughout its lifecycle. The work’s carbon footprint is an indicator of the environmental [...]

CDP Introduction: CDP, formerly known as Carbon Disclosure Project, is a global non-profit organization that operates as a catalyst for disclosing environmental information. It focuses primarily on carbon emissions, climate change risks, and environmental impact data. CDP collects, analyses, and disseminates this information to encourage businesses, cities, states, and regions to manage their [...]

Carbon Dioxide Removal Introduction: Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) refers to a set of techniques and technologies designed to remove carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere, mitigating the impacts of climate change. Carbon Dioxide Removal strategies play a crucial role in addressing the challenge of reducing atmospheric CO2 concentrations and achieving global climate goals. [...]

Carbon Dioxide Equivalent (CO2e) Introduction Carbon Dioxide Equivalent (CO2e) is a metric used to express the global warming potential of various greenhouse gases (GHGs) in terms of the amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) that would have the same warming impact over a predetermined period of time. It provides a standardized way to compare [...]

Carbon Cycle Definition: The natural process by which carbon atoms move back and forth between the atmosphere, oceans, plants, soil, and living things is called the carbon cycle. The equilibrium of atmospheric carbon dioxide, which affects climate patterns and ecosystem health, must be maintained by this constant movement of carbon. The cycle includes activities [...]

Carbon Credits Definition: A measurable quantity known as a "carbon credit" denotes the avoidance, reduction, or mitigation of one metric tonne of carbon dioxide (or an equivalent amount of other greenhouse gases) from entering the atmosphere. These credits are produced through programmes like reforestation programmes, renewable energy projects, or energy efficiency programmes that [...]

Carbon Capture and Sequestration Carbon Capture and Sequestration is a process designed to mitigate the impact of greenhouse gas emissions, particularly carbon dioxide (CO2), on the environment and climate change. CCS involves capturing CO2 emissions generated from industrial processes or power plants, transporting the captured CO2 to suitable storage sites, and securely storing [...]