Green roofs
Tree Planting
Low-Income Communities

Green roofs

A green roof is partially or completely covered with vegetation and soil. They provide an aesthetically pleasing green space while adding insulation to a building. Food can also be grown on green roofs for use in campus dining halls! Click here for more information on green roof contractors.

Tree planting

While a mature tree absorbs 48 pounds of carbon dioxide per year, the temporary nature of trees has made them a controversial pick for offsetting carbon. So while you might not want to use them on campus for official carbon offsetting purposes, trees are still nice to have around since they provide shade and habitat for wildlife.

Low-income communities

A great option for carbon offsetting is to fund energy efficiency projects in local low-income communities. With rising energy bills, new insulation or CFL lightbulbs can make a big difference for local families.