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Explained: Carbon offsetting, and why we can no longer ignore it

Pristine forest in the tropics. Carbon offsetting preserves rainforests.

The preservation of rainforests and replanting of trees are key ways that companies can engage in carbon offsetting. Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto

Sam Gill
President, Sylvera
Ben Rattenbury
VP Policy, Sylvera
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Prices of Certified Emissions Reductions, a type of offset credit, representing one tonne of CO2, peaked in 2008 and flatlined in 2013
Prices of Certified Emissions Reductions, a type of offset credit, representing one tonne of CO2, peaked in 2008 and flatlined in 2013 Image: Sylvera

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