Carbon Offset Evaluation Criteria (Cont.)

5. Validated and Verified Savings

The project must use a methodology that conservatively quantifies its emissions reductions through a scientifically valid approach. The project must be audited by an independent third party to quantify the number of tonnes of greenhouse gas that it has saved. This can occur through ISO 14064.3 and 14065; through a GHG program, or through using an approved methodology from a GHG program.

Carbon offsets from projects that satisfy the five criteria above can be used within the NoCO2 certification program. If you believe you have an opportunity that can reduce the greenhouse gases emissions and potentially create carbon offsets, please visit the project commercialisation section of this website or contact us.

Why don't we acknowledge tree planting carbon offsets?

We prefer renewable energy and energy efficiency projects over tree plantations due to the lack of assurance that can be offered for carbon offsets that come from tree stocks. The carbon offsets we provide are tested for both their immediate effect and permanence, which tree offsets can fail on easily. We do believe planting trees is a fantastic way to sequester carbon, just not in a way that can be accurately measured, assured and used as a carbon offset. We encourage tree planting as an awareness raising and engagement activity.