EVERYTHING TO KNOW ABOUT CARBON FOOTPRINT AND ITS SOLUTIONS
What is the carbon footprint? Ecological footprint?
The ecological footprint is the measure of all the impact of our actions on the environment. As many different sources of pollution make up our ecological footprint, it is sometimes difficult to calculate it. By measuring the carbon footprint, we calculate the ecological footprint on an equivalent basis in CO2. Thus, it becomes easy to measure the impact and to compensate.
What is carbon offsetting?
Offsetting is the action of indirectly neutralizing one's carbon footprint with the purchase of verified carbon credits. With CO2 Reduction, it is possible to calculate one's footprint with an online calculator and then purchase credits.
What is a carbon credit?
Carbon credits are official and verified securities issued for the completion of projects that reduce carbon emissions. Each credit is equivalent to the reduction (or the sequestration) of one ton of CO2 and can be purchased to offset its carbon footprint. NatureLab's purchase of carbon credits finances the development of new projects internationally.
Does the offsetting make a difference?
Yes, the offset system with carbon credits makes a real difference. It that supports the development of projects with measured and verified impacts, in addition to aiming to make individuals and companies responsible for adopting sustainable habits with regard to their carbon footprint.
What can we offset?
It is sometimes difficult, even impossible, to accurately calculate one's carbon footprint. It would be necessary to be able to trace the origin of all products purchased, as well as their means of transportation. Online tools allow individuals to easily estimate emissions and offset their car travel, home energy, and travel. Businesses can take action on their carbon footprint by offsetting the production of goods, facility energy and deliveries.
Who should offset their carbon footprint?
Organizations and individuals should actively offset their carbon footprint. We are responsible for the quality of life on our planet, and all human activity has a daily impact on the state of the environment. To make a difference, it is necessary to take responsibility at both the business and personal levels.
Is carbon offsetting the only solution?
Offsetting is one part of the overall solution. Of course, purchasing carbon credits has a significant impact on developing sustainable models, but it is only part of the solution. Companies must develop business models around sustainable practices to reduce their impact for a low-carbon transition. Individuals need to adopt more sustainable lifestyles and make more responsible consumption choices. By reducing and offsetting the global carbon footprint, this is how we will make a real difference.
How can companies get involved?
Companies can get involved with CO2 Reduction by offsetting their carbon footprint through the purchase of carbon credits, offsetting deliveries and energy, or developing a comprehensive sustainability plan.
What is carbon sequestration?
Carbon sequestration is the apture of polluting carbon. In a natural setting , it is the ability of plants to filter the air and capture CO2. All living things are composed of carbon, and plants have the ability to absorb carbon from the air, with their photosynthesis process, and store it over the long term. This is why reforestation and the protection of forests helps to remove the masses of CO2 from the atmosphere.
Which plants sequester the most carbon?
Fast-growing plants capture the most CO2 from the air. Bamboo, for example, is one of the fastest carbon-capturing plants. Denser trees, such as conifers, also have an excellent capacity to sequester carbon, but over a much longer period. So it's a matter of climate, soil and duration when choosing the right trees to plant.