Name: Can Carbon Offsets Save the Planet?
Uploaded: 2022-05-23T16:05:06+00:00
Duration: 11 min 3 s
Description: You’ve probably heard of carbon offsets, but what exactly are they? From planting trees and investing in renewable energy projects to greenwashing, we’re breaking down what carbon offsets really do, how they work, and if they’re worth it.

You’ve probably heard of carbon offsets, but what exactly are they? From planting trees and investing in renewable energy projects to greenwashing, we’re breaking down what carbon offsets really do, how they work, and if they’re worth it.

<p>You’ve probably heard of carbon offsets, but what exactly are they? From planting trees and investing in renewable energy projects to greenwashing, we’re breaking down what carbon offsets really do, how they work, and if they’re worth it.</p>

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