Greenhouse-gas accounting · Core

Carbon removal

Also called: CO2 removal

ELI5

A process that removes carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and stores it.

Used in conversation

“State the boundary and evidence behind carbon removal before publishing the claim.”

Pitch context

You will see “Carbon removal” in sustainability reports, impact decks, climate plans and assurance materials when the discussion reaches greenhouse-gas accounting.

Why it matters: In greenhouse-gas accounting, the reporting boundary, method, period and evidence can materially change the claim.

Caution

State the reporting boundary, method, period and evidence; standards, regulation and assurance requirements vary.

Sources & evidence · 3

Direct term-level sources and supporting source families.