English Explanatory Dictionary

carbon offset

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A reduction in carbon dioxide emission by a third party purchased by a heavy carbon dioxide producer as part of carbon emissions trading.

Word forms

carbon offset carbon offsets

Synonyms

CO₂ offset

Derived words

carbon inset
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