Carbon neutral

A business, organisation or activity is considered carbon neutral when it achieves a net-zero balance of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by reducing its emissions and/or offsetting any remaining emissions through carbon credits or removal projects. This means that, on balance, it does not add additional GHGs to the atmosphere. Carbon neutrality typically covers direct (Scope 1) and purchased energy (Scope 2) emissions, but may exclude Scope 3 emissions, which often make up the largest share of a company’s carbon footprint.