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Carbon offsets could help low-income Americans with energy efficiency

U.S. companies often pay for carbon offsets rather than reducing emissions directly, raising ethical and efficacy concerns.
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Voluntary carbon markets are flooded with cheap offsets that aren't effective, data says

The effectiveness of voluntary carbon markets in aiding global net-zero transitions is increasingly questioned.

50,000 people traveled to the DNC in Chicago-is it even possible to make that sustainable?

The Democratic National Convention in Chicago is focusing on sustainability initiatives to offset carbon emissions and promote eco-friendly practices.

Voluntary carbon markets are flooded with cheap offsets that aren't effective, data says

The effectiveness of voluntary carbon markets in aiding global net-zero transitions is increasingly questioned.

50,000 people traveled to the DNC in Chicago-is it even possible to make that sustainable?

The Democratic National Convention in Chicago is focusing on sustainability initiatives to offset carbon emissions and promote eco-friendly practices.
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Formula E's Race to Get the Whole World Electrified

The focus is on renewable energy creation, carbon capture, and sustainable transport methods to reduce carbon intensity compared to conventional racing.

Net Zero: How Far Have We Really Come? - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Fossil fuel companies prioritize profit over environmental sustainability.
Net zero emissions strategies may not effectively mitigate climate change.
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MEPs seek to limit use of carbon offsets for corporate greenwashing

Companies may face tougher restrictions on carbon offsets, making it harder for them to make 'net-zero' pledges.
Voluntary carbon offsets have become more popular, with the market estimated to be worth $2 billion in 2020 and potentially reaching $1 trillion by 2037.

Why your company probably shouldn't call itself climate positive'

H&M has rejected the vague concept of being climate positive and instead set a goal to reduce direct emissions by 90% by 2037.
Without a standard definition, companies may use carbon offsets to justify continued pollution instead of reducing emissions directly.

MEPs seek to limit use of carbon offsets for corporate greenwashing

Companies may face tougher restrictions on carbon offsets, making it harder for them to make 'net-zero' pledges.
Voluntary carbon offsets have become more popular, with the market estimated to be worth $2 billion in 2020 and potentially reaching $1 trillion by 2037.

Why your company probably shouldn't call itself climate positive'

H&M has rejected the vague concept of being climate positive and instead set a goal to reduce direct emissions by 90% by 2037.
Without a standard definition, companies may use carbon offsets to justify continued pollution instead of reducing emissions directly.
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Can Indigenous inclusivity be the key to successful carbon markets?

Indigenous communities at COP28 are advocating for their inclusion in climate solutions and carbon offset mechanisms.
These communities argue that their lands are at stake and emphasize the need for human and environmental rights at the center of action.
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