Buy Carbon Credits
Carbon credits are financial assets that can be purchased and sold on both a voluntary market system as well as a requirement for companies who exceed governmental caps on their carbon emissions (a “compliance market”). Governments encourage the creation of these markets by putting a price on greenhouse gas emissions, which makes carbon credits a valuable investment.
Many companies seek to offset their carbon footprint by purchasing carbon.credit from projects that are reducing emissions through initiatives such as reforestation, renewable energy and waste management. While this can have a positive impact, it is important to ensure that the project you are supporting is actually working to reduce greenhouse gases rather than simply moving carbon around.
It is also important to understand what a carbon credit really represents in order to purchase it wisely. The carbon credit you buy is a claim to an environmental benefit, but the true value of the project that produced it lies in its ability to make permanent reductions to emissions and provide long-term benefits. This is why we at LandGate are proud to offer our customers a wide range of projects that have been verified by reputable third parties such as Ecocredits and Gold Standard.
Where Can I Buy Carbon Credits?
The best way to purchase carbon credits is directly from the project developer. This allows for a deeper level of engagement with the project and provides a better understanding of the projects strengths and weaknesses. However, this can also be a more complex and time-consuming process.
Another option is to purchase carbon credits through a broker. This can be easier and more practical, especially for larger purchases, as a broker will handle all of the transaction details. However, it is important to remember that brokers can often have a conflict of interest when it comes to evaluating the quality of carbon credits.
One final option is to purchase carbon credits on an exchange, which is similar to a stock exchange but with carbon credits as the product. However, purchasing carbon credits on an exchange can be difficult to do without the proper knowledge and experience. This is because there are often issues with the verification process and the ability to actually acquire the credits you have purchased.
If you are looking to purchase carbon credits on a trusted and transparent platform, we recommend you visit the ClimateTrade marketplace. Here you can browse more than 140 certified projects ranging from reforestation to protecting biodiversity and removing trash from oceans, and choose the carbon credits that are best suited to your goals. You can even create your own thematic portfolio of projects that aligns with your values and climate goals. You can also learn more about the impact of your purchase by using our rigorous framework to evaluate carbon projects and their developers. Click here to get started.