Calculating carbon footprints

Eight steps that businesses can use to calculate their carbon footprint Calculating a business’s carbon footprint involves assessing and quantifying the greenhouse gas emissions associated with its activities. The specific methodology can vary depending on the industry and the level of detail desired, but here are the general steps typically involved in calculating a business’s […]
Avoidance and removal classification

What’s the difference between removal and avoidance classifications? In the context of carbon projects, the terms “removal” and “avoidance” refer to different approaches for reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Here’s an explanation of each: Removal Carbon Project: A removal carbon project focuses on removing or sequestering carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere. It involves activities […]
Carbon pricing: why it’s important for tackling climate change

Five reasons why carbon pricing is important for tackling climate change Carbon pricing is important because it is an effective market-based tool to address the issue of climate change. It puts a price on carbon dioxide (CO2) and other greenhouse gas emissions, encouraging businesses, industries, and individuals to reduce their emissions and transition to cleaner […]
Guide to the Viridios AI carbon project taxonomy

What are the different types of carbon credits in the Voluntary Carbon Market? As the voluntary carbon market has grown, each standard developed their own methodologies for categorizing carbon offset projects and verifying the outcomes. And, while there is some overlap, the five major standards for voluntary carbon markets list a combined total of 96 […]