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Offset funding available
The Climate Trust currently has three programs for which we are buying offsets. Each program has specific requirements to meet its unique goals.
  • Oregon Program - This regulatory program targets new projects that avoid, sequester or displace carbon dioxide emissions (not other greenhouse gasses).  The program targets projects in the United States, but is also open to international avoided deforestation projects.
  • Smart Energy - A partnership with NW Natural, this voluntary program targets biogas utilization projects in the Pacific Northwest.
  • Colorado Carbon Fund - A partnership with the Governor's Energy Office, this voluntary program targets offset projects in Colorado.

There is no deadline for submitting project proposals. The first qualified proposals received, however, are the most likely to be funded.

How our offset financing differs
We are seeking offsets to retire on behalf of our funders. Having offset funding in hand insulates us from the fluctuations of the market. This model allows us to support innovative projects and guarantee long-term contracts with project developers to hedge against unknown future changes in offset prices. This means fewer uncertainties-and headaches-for project developers. LEARN MORE »



NEW OPPORTUNITY


The Climate Trust is soliciting proposals on behalf of the Colorado Carbon Fund for the installation of solar hot water technologies at large buildings to dipslace the use of fossil fuels. Proposals are due at 5 p.m. on Feb. 4. READ MORE »

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CONTACT US

If you have questions or want to discuss a project concept, please contact Offset Project Analyst Peter Weisberg at 503.238.1915 x207.

HOW TO APPLY

Step 1: Submit a Project Information Note.

For forestry projects, submit a Forestry Project Information Note

Step 2: Upon The Climate Trust's request, submit a Project Information Document.

Step 3: Negotiate an Emission Reduction Purchase Agreement.

RESOURCES

Additionality guidelines
Baseline guidelines
Conversion metrics
Other resources

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