Discover all you need to know to become carbon neutral in Canada.
The effects of global warming are become more and more important and all ecosystems are affected. Hotter temperatures, severe storms, more health risks and loss of species are all consequences of the rise of CO2 in the atmosphere. Fortunately, we can all make a difference by become carbon neutral. Here is all the information you need to become carbon neutral in Canada.
What does it mean to become carbon neutral?
By definition, carbon neutrality means having a carbon footprint of zero. To achieve that neutrality, you have to compensate for your emission of CO2, leaving a balance of zero.
Compensation is usually necessary since it would be extremely difficult to avoid emitting greenhouse gases in today’s world! There are various ways to become carbon neutral, but planting trees is very effective, simple and generates lots of benefits for our environment.
Trees capture carbon dioxide from their environment to produce their energy. Thus, to compensate for your emission of carbon dioxide, you can plant the amount of trees required to capture your emissions.
How to become carbon neutral in Canada?
Becoming carbon neutral in Canada is probably way more simple than you think. No, you don’t have to go to your local garden center to buy trees and plant them yourself. You can do that in the comfort of your living room with Carbon Neutrality!
The first step is to calculate your carbon footprint. The process is as easy a 1-2-3: We ask you a couple of questions, and we are able to calculate how much CO2 you emit on an annual basis.
Then, we are able to calculate how much trees need to be planted for you to become carbon neutral in Canada.
Finally, we plant the trees in a sufficient number by following a very strict protocol. Trees are planted on Canadian public lands considered by the Ministry of Natural Resources.
How much does it cost to become carbon neutral in Canada?
Becoming carbon neutral in Canada in really not that expensive. Obviously, it depends on how much carbon dioxide you produce each year!
The price also depends on the carbon neutrality firm you will choose to help you become carbon neutral.
At Carbon Neutrality, the cost for the compensation of a ton of carbon dioxide is $28 if tree are planted in the boreal forest and $35 for agricultural plantation. We add a fixed rate to small polluters and a variable rate to larger ones.
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It is also possible to reduce your cost of becoming carbon neutral by first reducing your carbon footprint.
How to reduce your carbon footprint?
If you want to reduce your carbon footprint before becoming carbon neutral, there are some changes you can make in your daily life.
Here are some ideas to help you reduce your C02 emissions:
- Save water;
- Turn off the light when you don’t need them;
- Recycle;
- Compost;
- Use less hot water;
- Buy reusable items (water bottles, straws, paper towels, etc.);
- Carpool;
- Use public transport;
- Encourage local.
If you want more tips to reduce your carbon footprint, you can consult our resource on 23 Easy ways to reduce your carbon footprint.
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