Overview:

This event will provide an overview of the distinctions between carbon offsets and climate contributions. Climate contributions encompass a wide range of financial and strategic efforts that support solutions to climate and nature crises. This includes funding projects that restore ecosystems, accelerate decarbonisation, and build climate resilience. As a form of high-impact philanthropy, climate contributions go beyond traditional giving by channeling resources into targeted initiatives that drive measurable environmental and social change.

At this event, we will examine how individuals and corporates can strengthen their climate impact and drive meaningful climate action beyond offsets. The discussion will also explore the role of philanthropy in supporting transparent, high-impact solutions that go beyond traditional carbon markets.

Key Objectives:

To understand the limitations of carbon offsets.
To explore the value of charitable giving as a complement or alternative to offsets.
To highlight how climate contributions can be an effective way for corporates or individuals to achieve their sustainability goals.

Speakers:

Kresse Wesling CBE – Co-founder, Elvis & Kresse

Amarachi Seery – Sustainability Manager, Schroders Capital

Callum John Hunt – Carbon Markets Manager, Cloverly

Emma O’Brien – Lawyer, ClientEarth

Can we do better than offsets?