A carbon offset is a financial instrument representing a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. Although there are six primary categories of greenhouse gases, carbon offsets are measured in metric tonnes of carbon dioxide-equivalent (CO₂e). One carbon offset represents the reduction of one metric tonne of carbon dioxide, or its equivalent in other greenhouse gases.

Offsets are typically generated from emissions-reducing projects. The most common project type is renewable energy, such as wind farms, biomass energy, or hydroelectric dams. Other common project types include energy efficiency projects, the destruction of industrial pollutants or agricultural byproducts, destruction of landfill methane, and forestry projects.

We've created the following list of Offset providers to assist you in finding the provider that offers the projects, price and credentials that you require. Another non-biased resource is the Carbon Catalog. Use the links below to learn about each of the providers.

   America's Green Project honors offsets from all of the providers listed below.

We are not affiliated with or receive compensation from any of these providers.

Sources: Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, Ecosystem Marketplace

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