Why invest in carbon offsets? The obvious answer is to meet your greenhouse gas emission targets and play your part in preventing climate change. But a great carbon offset program delivers benefits that boost your business in other ways, too. How could offsetting improve staff and community engagement, increase your market differentiation and help you […]
What’s your number one priority when investing in carbon offsetting projects? Of course, you need to know that every ton of carbon avoided is genuine, but what else is important? Ambitious organizations are looking to make a bigger impact. They are choosing projects that deliver significant non-carbon benefits and help achieve global Sustainable Development Goals […]
Xanterra Travel Collection is an award-winning travel company that aims to set the standard for ecologically sound resorts that complement, not harm, their natural surroundings. The company’s mission statement, “Legendary Hospitality with a Softer Footprint” is evidence of its commitment to sustainability and protecting the environment for future generations. How can carbon offsets help Xanterra […]
If you’re new to the world of carbon emissions, credits, offsets and trading – or even if you’re an old hand – it’s easy to be confused by some of the terminology that is thrown around. The aim of the system of carbon credits is to limit the release of harmful greenhouse gases into the […]
Mankind has been harnessing the power of the wind for many hundreds of years. Sailing ships facilitated early exploration and trade around the globe. And windmills were used to grind cereals and grain or to draw water from underground wells. More recently, the power of the wind has become popular once again as a clean, […]
Setting emissions reduction targets is a vital step in any corporate sustainability strategy. Without a goal to aim for, staff can lack motivation and progress towards environmental improvements can be slow or non-existent. Determining where to set the target can be difficult. Could setting science based targets be the right choice for your organization? What […]
Responsible organizations all over the world have recognized that carbon management is a fundamental part of their business strategy. There are many ways to reduce your corporate carbon footprint but, for most, the constraints of an existing business structure make it impossible to eliminate all greenhouse gas emissions. That’s where carbon offsets come in – […]
Carbon insetting is an innovative approach to carbon footprint reduction that helps companies meet their sustainability goals while supporting actions that are relevant to the company’s stakeholders. Companies are using carbon insetting to embed sustainable practices into their own value chains while reducing their carbon emissions. What Is Carbon Insetting? Carbon insetting is an innovative […]
Carbon offsets are a great way to reduce your impact on global climate change. Alongside emissions reduction, many organizations that choose offsetting are also keen to promote co-benefits such as environmental and public health improvements in local communities. It’s not so well known that progressive carbon offsets can also deliver positive social impacts such as […]
If you’re looking to offset your business carbon emissions, you’ll soon notice that some are ‘certified’, some are ‘verified’ and others are just plain old carbon offsets. Do you know the difference? And does it matter which you choose? What’s In a Name? Carbon offsets generated under the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) are called Certified […]
By choosing to invest in carbon offsets, you’ve already demonstrated your commitment to acting responsibly and neutralizing the harmful effects of your greenhouse gas emissions. Climate change isn’t the only negative impact your business activities might have, however; so how can progressive carbon offset projects also minimize environmental pollution and help improve the health and […]
As the number of carbon offset providers and projects grows, so the choice of offsets for prospective purchasers has become more complex. Add to that increased consumer awareness and engagement in sustainability, climate change, and social responsibility programs, and it’s clear that choosing the right offset provider has never been more important. How can businesses […]