Carbon-neutral

DEFINITION: For an organisation to achieve carbon neutrality, it must achieve net zero carbon emissions by offsetting or sequestering the amount of carbon it produces through its operations. This is often achieved through the purchase of carbon credits. 

See also: Carbon credits

See also: Carbon negative

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