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… EMISSIONS Further information on the framework that we are using for our emissions inventory at city level is included in Newcastle's Emissions Inventory. NET ZERO COMMITMENT CARBON OFFSETTING By 2030, Newcastle will have to contribute Net Zero carbon to the atmosphere. Any emissions emanating from any sector of Newcastle’s economy which fail to have been mitigated through low or zero-carbon…

… practices must be offset by an equal amount. What is Carbon Offsetting? Offsetting is defined as: The process of trying to reduce the damage caused by releasing carbon dioxide into the environment by doing other things that remove carbon dioxide, for example, by planting trees. Source: Cambridge Dictionary Common examples of offsets include natural solutions (such as planting trees…

…) and technological solutions (such as carbon capture, utilisation and storage, and direct air capture). Most national and international scenarios include some form of negative emissions programmes or offsetting flexibility, and there is broad recognition that offsetting has its place in allowing cities and countries to achieve their climate change targets. Shortcomings of Carbon Offsetting Offsetting…

… the shortcomings of the carbon offsetting approach, we must learn from the mistakes of historical schemes. It is therefore of the utmost importance that the quality of the offsetting mechanism is ensured. Reputable offset sources must be used that have clear and effective principles and rules which govern their use. Key considerations in selecting appropriate offsetting measures are listed in the box…

…-benefits to support local economic development • Ensuring land and biomass are used sustainably Councillor John-Paul Stephenson Cabinet Member for Environmental and Regulatory Services We recognise the inherent shortcomings of carbon offsetting and want to strive as a city to make bold strides towards Net Zero over the coming years. Therefore, offsetting is the option of last resort…