Carbon Offset Criteria

Quality control is an important issue for carbon offsets. In order to be sure the offset is providing a true benefit to the environment, every offset project must be held to the highest quality standards.

High quality offset projects:
  • Provide new or additional benefits: A high quality offset project is one that would not have happened without the specific funding provided by the purchase of carbon offsets.
  • Are rigorously measured and verified: The benefits of the offset project must be measured and verified by an independent third party over the entire length of the project.
  • Have lasting benefits: The effects of the offset project must be long-lasting, not temporary.

Learn more about how we maintain the highest quality standards on all our projects.

Offsets make great gifts!

Upcoming Birthday? Wedding? Or any special occasion? Give the gift of a stable climate. Included with your purchase is Greenhouse Gas Offset Certificate that prominently displays the recipients name and the number of tons you bought on their behalf.

Where Your Money Goes

Offset purchases cover direct payments to project owners, sponsors, and developers, as well as maintenance and development of this program. About 92% of all funds received by The Climate Trust goes towards offset programs. Learn more about The Climate Trust's work.
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