Persefoni’s “Carbon Neutral vs. Net Zero: Emissions Reduction Plans Explained” explains the differences between “carbon neutral” and “net zero”; provides examples of companies that have made carbon neutral and net zero pledges; and discusses pros and cons or concerns associated with each of these two types of pledges. The guide also defines the other less frequently used pledge terms “climate positive” and “carbon zero” and discusses at a high level the role of carbon offsets in an emissions reduction program.
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