Carbon Credits Information
Carbon Credits: An Overview
Carbon credits are tradable certificates representing the right to emit one ton of carbon dioxide (CO2) or equivalent greenhouse gas (CO2e), or the removal of the same amount from the atmosphere. They operate in two primary markets: compliance and voluntary, each serving distinct purposes in combating climate change.
Calculating Carbon Credits for Renewable Energy
This guide outlines the process for calculating carbon credits from renewable energy projects, focusing on key standards and a simplified methodology. It includes a case study for a 1 MW solar power plant producing 8,000 MWh annually.