🌍 What Are Carbon Credits? 🌍 Ever heard of carbon credits but not sure what they mean? Let’s break it down! A carbon credit is a “permit” that allows one ton of carbon dioxide (CO₂) to be removed or prevented from entering the atmosphere. 🌱 When a company or organization creates positive actions like planting trees or investing in green energy, they earn carbon credits, which can then be sold to other companies looking to offset their emissions. In short, carbon credits are a way to balance the scales—making sure more carbon is taken out of the air to help fight climate change! 🌍💚 Interested in making a difference? Investing in projects that generate carbon credits is one powerful way to#investinourplanet #CarbonCredits #ClimateAction #InvestInOurPlanet #helpmetoplanttrees #GoGreen #Sustainability #SustainableInvesting #EcoFriendly
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