Understanding Carbon Offsets - Benefits, Pitfalls, and Facilitating Net-Zero
Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the complex world of carbon offsets in this 45-minute panel discussion from the 2022 Aspen Ideas Festival. Delve into the rising demand for carbon offsets among consumers and corporations, and examine their role in achieving net-zero goals. Analyze the challenges surrounding offset transparency and reliability, comparing different types such as direct air capture and forest-dependent offsets. Learn how to evaluate the effectiveness of carbon offset programs and discover strategies for companies to integrate high-quality, regulated offset initiatives into their business models. Gain insights from industry experts, including leaders from the Aspen Institute, Soli Solutions, Carbonfund.org, and PayPal, as they discuss the future of carbon offsets and their potential impact on meeting environmental demands.
Syllabus
Understanding Carbon Offsets: Benefits, Pitfalls, and What Will Really Facilitate Net-Zero
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
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