Many natural and man-made actions cause carbon emissions. And that’s perfectly fine, as long as the natural carbon-sequestering ecosystems—like forests, mangroves, and algae—can keep pace.
The average American generates 16 metric tons of carbon that goes into the atmosphere every year.1 That would require nearly 21 acres of US forest per person to sequester.2
While it’s important that individuals, businesses, and government all do what we can to reduce our carbon emissions, carbon credits offer another way to accelerate our efforts to stave off the worst of climate change. A tax-deductible donation of less than $12 per month (the typical cost to offset the average American’s footprint) can make a big difference.