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·This is how carbon offsets work
Financing sustainability projects that offset CO2 emissions
Ecommit collaborates with innovative sustainability projects in the Netherlands and beyond. These projects offset CO2 emissions through various means such as technology, agriculture, or reforestation. Your company can contribute to these initiatives, making CO2 offsetting a part of your sustainability plans.
How does CO2 offsetting work?
Do you want to address your CO2 emissions? Whether it's for the climate, because suppliers expect it, or for your image, reducing and avoiding business emissions is essential. However, this often requires time and adjustments. Additionally, offsetting emissions is also important, and you can start today. By purchasing carbon credits, you contribute to a project that removes CO2 from the air. You decide how many credits to buy and, therefore, how much emissions you offset. The sustainability projects that ecommit partners with are certified, and the carbon credits are registered. Your offsetting is real, and we provide everything you need to share this with your network.
Projects
What are sustainability projects?
Sustainability projects contribute to a better living environment. Ecommit collaborates with sustainability projects both domestically and internationally that offset CO2 emissions. These projects use technology, agriculture, reforestation, or other innovative methods to remove CO2 from the air. Before we invest in a project, we conduct thorough research. The project must be certified, and the carbon credits must be registered. This ensures that we provide your company with a reliable and effective way to offset CO2 emissions.
CO2 action plan
Step-by-step guide to CO2 offset
Offsetting CO2 is the solution for emissions that you cannot yet avoid or reduce. You can offset your emissions step by step. The first step is to map out your company's emissions. Once you have this information, you can start offsetting these emissions and gradually take further steps: offsetting your vehicle fleet, your factory, or even passing on a compensation fee to your customers. Anything is possible. We are here to guide you through each step.
Not standard
Customized CO2 offsetting
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to offsetting. Because every company is different, Ecommit lets you choose the method that suits you best. You can offset for a fixed amount or a fixed quantity of CO2, or you can charge a surcharge to your customers for each product or service sold. Want to offset a specific part of your business, like your vehicle fleet or factory? That's possible too. We are happy to work with you to find the best solution.
Specialist in CO2 offsetting
Ecommit is an expert in CO2. We combine knowledge of emissions data, laws and regulations, and CO2 offsetting. Whether you need insight into your emissions, want to stay updated on the latest laws and regulations, or wish to purchase carbon credits, we have what you need.
Knowledge of laws and regulations
CO2 legislation is complex and constantly evolving. We monitor legal developments and explain what the (upcoming) laws mean for your business.
Partner in sustainability
We assist with questions about your sustainability plan, including both offsetting and avoiding or reducing CO2. Thanks to our extensive network, we can always provide or arrange the necessary advice.
Certified carbon credits
We collaborate with carefully selected sustainability projects. By contributing to a project, you receive certified carbon credits in your company’s name as proof.
Administrative support
The carbon credits you purchase are neutralized by us (assigned to your company) and can be easily integrated into your accounting. We provide the necessary documentation ready for use.
Calculation tool for insights
Based on data such as the number of employees, vehicles, and square meters of office space, our calculation tool provides insights into your company’s CO2 emissions.
Current offset status
Your dashboard shows the current status of your CO2 offsetting. You can review what you have offset in previous periods, view invoices, and download certificates.
Projects ecommit collaborates with
When you purchase carbon credits through ecommit, you contribute to significant sustainability projects that remove CO2 from the air. The projects we partner with are located both in the Netherlands and abroad.
Naturevest
This ambitious project in Croatia focuses on the Anna Paulowna tree (Paulownia), a species known for its exceptional CO2 absorption capabilities.
Scolel’te
In the Mayan language Tzeltal, Scolel’te means "the tree that grows." This beautiful project in Mexico uses reforestation and agroforestry.
Paulownia Deest
This innovative project in Deest, Netherlands, utilizes Paulownia trees, which are known for their exceptional CO2 absorption.
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Permanent Grassland
Permanent Grassland is a collection of excellent projects in the Netherlands that use grassland to store CO2 in the soil.
GreenTrees ACRE
GreenTrees encourages landowners to plant forests. The trees remove CO2 from the air and are a source of income for the owners.
How do you want to offset your company's CO2 emissions?
There are various ways to offset your CO2 emissions. Choose the option that suits your company best.
Fixed amount
Periodically offset your company's emissions for a fixed amount.
Fixed quantity of CO2
Periodically offset a fixed quantity of CO2 emissions.
Through products/services
Pass on a surcharge to customers through your products and/or services.
Specific emissions
Offset one-off emissions from a business activity or event.
Stay informed with our blogs
In our blogs, you'll find everything you need to know about CO2 compensation. We keep up with legislation, provide the latest news, summarize research findings, and share whitepapers.
Questions about more sustainable business?
Do you have a question or do you want more information? Contact us for a free consultation.