Overwhelmed by “Carbon Neutral” Pledges? There’s a Certification for That.

“Climate Neutral Certified”

A certification by the nonprofit Climate Neutral https://www.climateneutral.org 

The certification process

Climate Neutral helps companies estimate their carbon emissions and requires them to buy carbon offsets. To claim carbon neutrality and receive the certification the brand’s entire carbon footprint must be offset.

A 12-24 month reduction action must also be provided.

How many companies are currently certified?

135 brands including Klean Kanteen & Kickstarter

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