Carbon Offset Projects: From Concept to Impact
Understanding the complete lifecycle of carbon offset projects and what makes them successful
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Section 3 of 5The Project Lifecycle: Planning to Impact
Carbon offset projects are complex undertakings that require careful planning, execution, and monitoring. From initial feasibility studies to long-term impact measurement, each stage presents unique challenges and opportunities. Understanding this lifecycle is essential for evaluating project quality and ensuring real climate benefits.
Successful projects combine technical expertise, community engagement, rigorous monitoring, and transparent reporting. They must demonstrate additionality, ensure permanence of carbon reductions, and avoid double counting of benefits.
Project Development Principles
Additionality: Reductions beyond business-as-usual • Permanence: Long-term carbon storage • Leakage: No displacement of emissions • Monitoring: Rigorous measurement and verification
Interactive Project Lifecycle Simulator
Choose a project type and walk through its complete lifecycle from planning to credit retirement. See the challenges, costs, and activities at each stage.