What the Project Is
Carbonext offers innovative solutions that build complete decarbonization strategies, empowering companies to actively contribute to a new, more sustainable economy. The project provides detailed tools for understanding greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by creating emission inventories and proposing effective mitigation strategies. Companies receive support to develop emission reduction plans based on the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that climate goals align with rigorous scientific standards. Meanwhile, individuals and landowners are encouraged to reduce their personal carbon footprint or transform their property into an alternative income source through sustainable forest management and carbon credit generation. This comprehensive approach not only tackles climate change but also addresses deforestation and promotes local socio-economic development.
Main Benefits
Key figures and facts highlight the incredible impact of these initiatives:
- 7.3 million hectares monitored
- 10 projects in development
- 4,775 families benefited
- 5 million tons of CO₂ emissions avoided
- 1,785 species of fauna protected
- 1,684 species of flora protected
Decarbonization Journey Explained
The decarbonization journey is the backbone of the project, offering a mitigation plan that goes hand in hand with the compensation of remaining emissions. Through a detailed analysis of emissions by scope, the project uses SBTi methodologies to assess the reduction needs for each part of the production chain. It is a process that unveils challenges and opportunities alike – ensuring every emission count is accounted for with precision. In a way, the approach is very transparent, using advanced monitoring technology and a rigorous auditing system that reinforces the credibility and effectiveness of each step in the decarbonization process…
For Companies, Individuals, and Landowners
The project is designed to cater to diverse stakeholders. For companies, it means building a solid decarbonization strategy that reveals where they can reduce or offset their emissions. For individuals, the initiative offers an emission calculator that points out where daily routines generate the most emissions, along with practical tips for a sustainable lifestyle. Landowners can transform their property into a source of income by engaging in sustainable forest management and conservation projects. This multi-faceted approach creates a unique platform where environmental sustainability meets economic opportunity, enabling participants to contribute effortlessly toward a cleaner, more balanced future.
Understanding Carbon Credits and REDD+
A core topic that underpins the entire initiative is the concept of carbon credits and REDD+ projects. Carbon credits represent certificates for the reduction or removal of one ton of CO₂ or its equivalent in other GHG. They are vital in the fight against climate change because they allow companies and individuals to invest in projects that actively reduce greenhouse gas emissions. REDD+ projects, on the other hand, focus on mitigating climate change by reducing emissions from deforestation and forest degradation, while promoting the conservation of forest carbon stocks. In regions such as Gurupá, Tabaporã, Paranatinga, Aripuanã, Paragominas, and Bujari, projects like AWA, TATUY, AHÚ, ANGELIM, CAAPII, and HIWI are leading the way, providing tangible evidence of the effective integration of economic and environmental sustainability.
Project Impact and SDGs
- SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
- SDG 13: Climate Action
- SDG 15: Life on Land
A Future Focused on Sustainability
The project prioritizes a future where both the environment and communities thrive. It embraces the philosophy that sustainable development begins with informed decisions and robust monitoring systems. Through the integration of technical expertise and cutting-edge climate tech, Carbonext paves the way for a transparent and proactive approach to tackling climate change. By providing emission inventories, offsetting capabilities, and real-time calculators, the initiative helps every stakeholder – be it through individual lifestyle changes or large-scale corporate decarbonization strategies – navigate the complex landscape of sustainability. The inclusion of innovative solutions like conservation and reforestation projects further contributes to the generation of carbon credits, ensuring that any emissions that cannot be immediately reduced are effectively neutralized. This detailed framework, combined with a dedication to social and economic benefits, demonstrates a balance between environmental responsibility and future readiness… Ultimately, the project stands as a compelling model of how integrated strategies can protect the planet for generations to come.
