What is carbon offsetting?

Many banks and organizations promote carbon offsetting through tree planting as part of their sustainability efforts. While planting trees is a positive step, the approach is often oversimplified.

Monocultures—planting just one type of tree—are common but problematic, as they can harm biodiversity and lead to weaker ecosystems. Additionally, some organizations engage in something called "conservation easements," where they pay to prevent trees from being logged. 

Instead, planting a diverse range of native species ensures greater resilience and more effective long-term carbon sequestration.