Research: Carbon Credit and Energy Projects
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How Are Carbon Credits Valued?
Carbon credits are valued based on the amount of carbon emissions they offset. Each carbon credit represents the reduction or removal of one metric ton of carbon dioxide (CO2) or its equivalent in other greenhouse gases. The value of a carbon credit is determined by a number of factors, including: The type of project: Different […]
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What Is The Paris Agreement?
The Paris Agreement is a international treaty that was adopted in 2015 to address climate change. It is an agreement within the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), and its goal is to limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. The Paris Agreement has been signed by nearly […]
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How Much Carbon Do Americans use?
Lifestyle, location, commuting, traveling are some factors that can greatly impact carbon emissions used on an individual level. However, some estimates can provide a general idea of the carbon footprint of Americans. According to data from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the average American generates about 16.5 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) […]
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What Are Carbon Credits? The Role of Decentralized Finance Protocols
If you’re not familiar with the term, carbon credits are a type of tradeable certificate that represents the right to emit one metric ton of carbon dioxide or its equivalent in other greenhouse gases. They can be bought and sold in an effort to offset emissions of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases. In other […]