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US Launching Carbon Offset Guidelines To Boost Integrity

A drill rig stands at a Fervo Energy geothermal site near Milford, Utah, Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. In Nevada, Fervo Energy's first operational project has begun pumping carbon-free electricity onto that

The United States is set to introduce new guidelines for carbon offsets in an effort to enhance the integrity of the market. The move comes as part of the country's broader strategy to address climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Carbon offsets are a key tool in the fight against climate change, allowing companies and individuals to compensate for their carbon footprint by investing in projects that reduce or remove greenhouse gas emissions. However, the market for carbon offsets has faced criticism in the past for lacking transparency and credibility.

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