offsetting projects

Offsetting projects are initiatives designed to reduce or eliminate greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, aiming to balance out emissions produced elsewhere. For example, a company might fund tree planting or renewable energy projects to absorb or avoid emissions. These projects help mitigate climate change by compensating for emissions that are difficult to eliminate directly, effectively acting as the "carbon counterbalance." They provide a way for individuals or organizations to take responsibility for their carbon footprint and support sustainable environmental practices.