A short audio and reading by MPR News on ‘Carbon Offset’ that gives an overview of what carbon offsets mean and how you can purchase them. It talks about the emission reduction that is linked to the travel industry through the principle of carbon credit.
Students will learn about carbon credit, emissions reduction, and carbon offset in the airline travel industry. They will also learn how consumers of air travel can buy carbon offsets to reduce individual carbon footprint and reduce deforestation.
Use this tool to help your students find answers to:
What is carbon offsetting?
How can buying carbon credit reduce individual carbon emission?
About the Tool
Tool Name
Carbon offsets 101: How they work and how to get the biggest bang for your buck
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