Carbon Offset
A carbon offset is a way to compensate for carbon dioxide emissions produced by activities such as driving a car or flying in an airplane. By investing in projects that reduce or remove greenhouse gases, like planting trees or developing renewable energy, individuals or companies can "offset" their own emissions. This means that while they might still be contributing to pollution, they are also funding efforts that help balance out that impact on the environment, aiming for a net-zero effect on the atmosphere. It's a tool used to promote sustainability and combat climate change.
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A carbon offset is a way to balance out the carbon dioxide emissions you create by investing in projects that reduce or capture an equivalent amount of CO2 elsewhere. For example, if you fly a plane, that trip emits greenhouse gases. To offset this, you might support a tree-planting initiative or renewable energy project. By contributing to these efforts, you help counteract your environmental impact, promoting a greener future and encouraging sustainable practices. Carbon offsets are a part of broader strategies to combat climate change and reduce our overall carbon footprint.