Options for repaying carbon debt

There are several ways an individual can repay their annual and lifetime carbon emissions. This chapter will explore the options in detail, from nature-based solutions to low-carbon technologies and carbon markets. Some options are more appropriate when dealing with an individual’s annual carbon debt while others are more suitable for addressing their lifetime debt to date. There are many opportunities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Some options are based in an individual’s home country while others involve activities in other countries. The benefits and drawbacks will be discussed in this chapter, as will the cost of each option, so that an informed decision can be made on which option, or package of options, is most suitable for an individual, considering their personal circumstances.