What is Solutions Will?
Solutions Will is a leader in decarbonization services for businesses. This certified B Corp from Quebec specializes in measuring, reducing, and offsetting greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. For nearly two decades, the organization has helped SMEs transform their GHG reductions into tangible, certified carbon credits that support ecological projects in Quebec. The process enables companies to measure their carbon footprint using scopes 1, 2, and 3, complying with ISO 14064 standards, and then move forward with targeted actions for a sustainable future…
Main Benefits of Decarbonization Services
Key figures and facts of the project include:
- Over 9 million tons of GHG reduced, qualified, and quantified by the Sustainable Community of WILL—a grouping of SMEs, NPOs, and local communities!
- Since 2010, over 5 million certified VCS carbon credits produced and added to the Sustainable Communities portfolio!
- The sale of Sustainable Community carbon credits has returned over $3.8 million to local members engaged in voluntarily cutting emissions!
Measuring, Reducing, and Offsetting Explained
Solutions Will provides decarbonization services in three main steps. First, the measurement phase calculates a company’s complete carbon footprint, pinpointing the main emission sources and identifying reduction opportunities. With up to 75% financing available, businesses receive a tailored action plan that lists eligible projects in the Sustainable Community—they know exactly what to do next. Then, the reduction phase involves implementing ecological projects that not only reduce GHG but also turn these reductions into certified carbon credits, which can eventually generate revenue for financing further ecological initiatives… Finally, offsetting involves offering certified VCS carbon credits from Verra, a method that helps companies meet climate commitments while supporting local verified projects.
Local Projects that Make a Difference
The initiative stands out by supporting over 2,500 micro-projects carried out by Quebec’s SMEs, non-profit organizations, and municipalities. Each project in the “Sustainable Community” group is rigorously validated under the Verified Carbon Standard (VCS) program from Verra. This means that each ton of GHG reduced translates into high-quality, locally impactful carbon credits. The dedication to local projects ensures that companies’ decarbonization efforts benefit the community while maintaining a high standard of quantification and verification. It’s a dynamic system that combines environmental action with tangible benefits for local economies…
Why Calculating Your Carbon Footprint Matters
Calculating the carbon footprint is the first essential step toward achieving robust decarbonization goals. Despite GHG emissions being invisible to the naked eye, modern practices allow for accurately determining the impact. With a clear picture of annual emissions, businesses can establish realistic and precise carbon neutrality targets. The process reveals priority sources of emissions and highlights key opportunities for reduction. This knowledge empowers organizations to set actionable strategies and effectively advance toward a low-carbon future.
Project Impact on Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 13 – Climate Action
- SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities
- SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
- SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production
- SDG 15 – Life on Land
Meeting Climate Commitments via Carbon Offsetting
Offsetting GHG emissions through Solutions Will is an effective strategy when reductions have reached their practical limit. By engaging in well-vetted local ecological projects, businesses can offset residual emissions and support a range of impactful initiatives. The process supports verified local projects and contributes to a sustainable brand image by ensuring quality and adherence to high standards. Whether a company is pursuing carbon neutrality or net-zero targets, the platform offers versatile options—from industrial source reduction projects to tree planting and forest conservation efforts. The initiative provides not only measurable environmental impact but also community participation, making the effort both pragmatic and inspirational… Solutions Will, with its verified group projects, demonstrates that practical climate action and local impact can seamlessly go hand in hand.
