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Retirement (via Puro.Earth)

Overview​

At CO2 TRUST, we ensure that carbon credits are retired responsibly to truly offset carbon emissions. This guide explains what it means to retire a carbon credit and how CO2 TRUST manages this process through our partnership with Puro.Earth.

What is Carbon Credit Retirement?​

Retirement of a carbon credit is the act of permanently removing it from circulation once it has been used to neutralize a certain amount of carbon dioxide emissions. This ensures that each credit can only be used once, maintaining the integrity and effectiveness of carbon offsetting efforts.

The Retirement Process​

Step 1: Selection of Carbon Credits​

Customers on the CO2 TRUST platform choose carbon credits they wish to retire. These credits might be linked to various environmental projects like reforestation or renewable energy.

Step 2: Initiating Retirement​

Through our collaboration with Puro.Earth, we facilitate the retirement of these credits. Using Puro.Earth's trusted systems, we ensure that the credits are eligible for retirement and have not been previously used.

Step 3: Official Retirement​

Once confirmed, the credits are officially retired. This action is recorded in a public registry, ensuring transparency and allowing anyone to verify that the credits have indeed been retired.

Step 4: Confirmation to the User​

After the credits are retired, CO2 TRUST provides users with a confirmation. This confirms that their purchase has contributed to carbon offsetting efforts, supporting a healthier planet.

Why is Retirement Important?​

Retiring carbon credits is crucial for ensuring that the reduction or removal of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere is officially accounted for. It prevents double counting of credits and guarantees that each purchase of carbon credits results in real environmental benefits.

Conclusion​

Through CO2 TRUST and the use of Puro.Earth’s reliable systems, retiring carbon credits is straightforward and meaningful. By choosing to retire carbon credits, our users directly contribute to global efforts against climate change, supporting projects that have a real impact on our planet.