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Carbon offsets explained: The science behind why offsetting does not reduce emissions
Briefings Emissions Technology

Feb 2025

Carbon offsets explained: The science behind why offsetting does not reduce emissions

This briefing outlines the science showing that carbon offsets don’t reduce emissions in principle and haven’t provided climate benefits in practice. Other approaches to channelling climate finance can be implemented in their place.

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Biodiversity offsetting and biocredits
Briefings Plants and forests

Nov 2023

Biodiversity offsetting and biocredits

A handful of countries are setting up 'nature markets' for trading biodiversity offsets, but the concept could lead to greater damage to biodiversity.

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Asia’s booming voluntary carbon market
Briefings Public finance

Mar 2023

Asia’s booming voluntary carbon market

A number of new markets are being set up, but until underlying issues with carbon credits are resolved, they will do little to help reduce emissions.

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