# Senken

> Senken is the science-backed standard for carbon credit procurement. European enterprises use Senken to buy verified, audit-ready carbon credits, screened through the Sustainability Integrity Index (SII) — a due-diligence framework of 600+ datapoints per project, aligned with the Oxford Offsetting Principles and the ICVCM Core Carbon Principles. Fewer than 5% of global climate projects qualify.

This is the complete, automatically updated index of https://www.senken.io — every page plus all published content (blog, glossary, academy, webinars, reports, case studies). The site is bilingual: English at the root, German under /de with localized slugs; each entry cross-links its German variant as "Deutsch:". The short, curated version of this file is at https://www.senken.io/llms.txt; the XML sitemap is at https://www.senken.io/sitemap.xml.

## Pages

- [Home](https://www.senken.io): The science-backed standard for carbon credits — build your portfolio from the top 5% of verified credits. (Deutsch: [Startseite](https://www.senken.io/de))
- [What we do — the Sustainability Integrity Index (SII)](https://www.senken.io/what-we-do): How Senken screens carbon credits: 600+ datapoints per project, fewer than 5% acceptance, aligned with Oxford Principles and ICVCM. (Deutsch: [Was wir tun](https://www.senken.io/de/what-we-do))
- [Buy credits](https://www.senken.io/buy-credits): Expert-curated portfolios of verified carbon credits. (Deutsch: [CO2-Zertifikate kaufen](https://www.senken.io/de/co2-zertifikate-kaufen))
- [Plan](https://www.senken.io/plan): Science-based carbon credit strategies and decarbonization roadmaps. (Deutsch: [Konzept](https://www.senken.io/de/plan))
- [Manage portfolio](https://www.senken.io/manage-portfolio): Track, monitor and retire carbon credits in real time. (Deutsch: [Portfolio verwalten](https://www.senken.io/de/manage-portfolio))
- [Report](https://www.senken.io/report): Audit-ready CSRD, CDP and SBTi-aligned disclosure reports. (Deutsch: [Berichten](https://www.senken.io/de/report))
- [2035 Reserve](https://www.senken.io/2035): Secure SBTi V2 carbon removal supply for 2035–2045 today at €71/t, paid on delivery. (Deutsch: [2035 Reserve](https://www.senken.io/de/2035))
- [OER Portfolio](https://www.senken.io/oer): Audit-grade carbon credits for SBTi V2's Ongoing Emissions Responsibility program, from $20/t. (Deutsch: [OER Portfolio](https://www.senken.io/de/oer))
- [Customers](https://www.senken.io/customers): The enterprises buying through Senken, with case studies. (Deutsch: [Kunden](https://www.senken.io/de/customers))
- [About](https://www.senken.io/about): Company, team and mission. (Deutsch: [Über uns](https://www.senken.io/de/about))
- [About Senken for AI assistants and LLMs](https://www.senken.io/ai-info): The canonical fact sheet for company facts: entity, founders, customers, SII, products, prices, contracted removal supply, milestones, press, FAQ. (Deutsch: [Über Senken für KI-Assistenten und LLMs](https://www.senken.io/de/ai-info))
- [Contact](https://www.senken.io/contact): Talk to a carbon procurement expert. (Deutsch: [Kontakt](https://www.senken.io/de/contact))
- [Carbon Outlook](https://www.senken.io/carbon-outlook): Newsletter on carbon market trends, SBTi updates and EU climate regulations, twice a month from Senken founder Adrian Wons. (Deutsch: [Carbon Outlook](https://www.senken.io/de/carbon-outlook))
- [Carbon Outlook newsletter archive](https://www.senken.io/carbon-outlook/archive): Every past edition of the Carbon Outlook newsletter, readable on-site. (Deutsch: [Carbon Outlook Newsletter-Archiv](https://www.senken.io/de/carbon-outlook/archive))
- [Blog](https://www.senken.io/blog): News and analysis on the carbon credit market. (Deutsch: [Blog](https://www.senken.io/de/blog))
- [Glossary](https://www.senken.io/glossary): Carbon market terminology, A to Z. (Deutsch: [Glossar](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary))
- [Senken Academy](https://www.senken.io/academy): Practical carbon market training for sustainability managers. (Deutsch: [Senken Academy](https://www.senken.io/de/academy))
- [Reports](https://www.senken.io/reports): Industry reports and playbooks. (Deutsch: [Berichte](https://www.senken.io/de/reports))
- [Webinars](https://www.senken.io/webinars): Expert sessions on carbon procurement, live and recorded. (Deutsch: [Webinare](https://www.senken.io/de/webinars))

## Case studies

- [How a leading TelCo company secured 4-year carbon removals](https://www.senken.io/case-studies/telecommunications-company-secures-a-long-term-high-quality-carbon-portfolio): We helped them create a long-term carbon strategy, ensuring supply certainty and cost efficiency. (Deutsch: [Wie ein führendes Telekom-Unternehmen CO2-Removals für vier Jahre sicherte](https://www.senken.io/de/case-studies/telecommunications-company-secures-a-long-term-high-quality-cwie-sich-eines-der-grossten-telekommunikationsunternehmen-der-welt-ein-langfristiges-qualitativ-hochwertiges-co2-zertifikate-portfolio-sichertearbon-portfolio))
- [How Mer achieved carbon neutrality on the budget](https://www.senken.io/case-studies/how-mer-achieved-carbon-neutrality-with-a-high-quality-cost-effective-carbon-portfolio): Mer invested in a credible, cost-efficient credit portfolio that passed due diligence and met Oxford-aligned principles. (Deutsch: [Wie Mer im Rahmen des Budgets CO2-Neutralität erreicht hat](https://www.senken.io/de/case-studies/how-mer-achieved-carbon-neutrality-with-a-high-quality-cost-effective-carbon-portfolio))
- [How Vodafone Germany is Setting the Standard for Carbon Neutrality](https://www.senken.io/case-studies/vodafone-germany-journey-to-carbon-neutrality): Vodafone has partnered with Senken to invest in nature and technology-based carbon removals and lead the way in transparency and impact. (Deutsch: [Wie Vodafone Deutschland mit Senken den Standard für CO2-Neutralität setzt](https://www.senken.io/de/case-studies/vodafone-deutschland-der-weg-zur-co2-neutralitat))

## Blog

- [Senken and Carbonsate Sign Europe's Largest Biomass Storage Deal: 50,000 Tonnes of Permanent Carbon Removal](https://www.senken.io/blog/senken-carbonsate-europes-largest-biomass-storage-deal): Senken signs a multi-year offtake with Carbonsate covering 50,000 tonnes of permanent carbon removal from Puro.earth-verified biomass storage in Namibia. (Deutsch: [Senken und Carbonsate unterzeichnen Europas größten Deal für Biomasse-Speicherung: 50.000 Tonnen permanentes CO2-Removal](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/senken-carbonsate-europas-groesster-biomasse-speicher-deal))
- [From Carbon Reduction to Compensation: Senken partners with Envoria](https://www.senken.io/blog/envoria-senken-partnership): Envoria and Senken bring audit-ready carbon credits directly into Envoria's emissions management software – calculate, reduce, and compensate in one place. (Deutsch: [Von der CO₂-Bilanz bis zur Klimakompensation: Envoria und Senken schließen den Prozess](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/envoria-senken-partnerschaft))
- [SBTi Net-Zero Standard V2.0: What the June 2026 Update Changes for Corporate Carbon Credit Strategy](https://www.senken.io/blog/sbti-net-zero-standard-v2-what-changes-for-corporate-carbon-credit-strategy-2026): The final SBTi Net-Zero Standard V2.0 (June 2026) explained: OER recognition levels, the 2035 removal mandate, and what buyers should do before 2027. (Deutsch: [SBTi Net-Zero Standard V2.0: Was das Juni-2026-Update für die CO2-Zertifikate-Strategie ändert](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/sbti-net-zero-standard-v2-was-aendert-fuer-co2-zertifikate-strategie-2026))
- [SBTi Ongoing Emissions Responsibility (OER): The Final Rules and How to Prepare](https://www.senken.io/blog/sbti-ongoing-emissions-responsibility-oer): SBTi Ongoing Emissions Responsibility in the final Net-Zero Standard V2.0: the three recognition levels, the public declaration, costs, and how to prepare. (Deutsch: [SBTi Ongoing Emissions Responsibility (OER): Die finalen Regeln und wie Sie sich vorbereiten](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/sbti-ongoing-emissions-responsibility-oer))
- [How to build a corporate carbon credit strategy: a 14-step framework](https://www.senken.io/blog/how-to-build-a-carbon-credit-strategy): A founder's 14-step framework for a corporate carbon credit strategy that survives an SBTi or CSRD audit: from climate goal to communicating impact. (Deutsch: [Wie Sie eine CO₂-Zertifikate-Strategie für Ihr Unternehmen aufbauen: ein Leitfaden in 14 Schritten](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/how-to-build-a-carbon-credit-strategy))
- [Explaining the difference between Carbon Removal and Carbon Avoidance](https://www.senken.io/blog/carbon-removal-vs-avoidance): Carbon removal pulls existing CO2 out of the atmosphere. Carbon avoidance prevents new emissions. Most defensible 2026 portfolios use both. (Deutsch: [Der Unterschied zwischen CO2-Removal und CO2-Vermeidung, erklärt](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/der-unterschied-zwischen-co2-removal-und-co2-vermeidung))
- [Top 5 Carbon Removal Providers for Companies in 2026](https://www.senken.io/blog/top-carbon-removal-providers-for-companies-in-2026): Five carbon removal platforms that mid-to-large companies use in 2026, what each is built for, and how to pick the right fit for your portfolio. (Deutsch: [Top 5 CO2-Removal Anbieter für Unternehmen 2026](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/top-carbon-removal-providers-for-companies-in-2026))
- [Buying Blind? Introducing our Analysis of DAX40 Carbon Credit Disclosures under CSRD](https://www.senken.io/blog/buying-blind-dax40-csrd-disclosures): Senken and Sylvera publish the first independent analysis of DAX40 carbon credit disclosures under CSRD. (Deutsch: [Buying Blind?: Unsere Analyse der CO2-Zertifikate-Offenlegungen im DAX40 unter CSRD](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/buying-blind-dax40-csrd-disclosures))
- [12 Carbon Credit Providers Compared in 2026: a selection guide for companies](https://www.senken.io/blog/12-leading-carbon-credit-providers-in-2026-a-selection-guide-for-companies): A curated guide to 12 carbon credit and removal providers. Compare routes, quality, price transparency, reporting and risk to choose the right path. (Deutsch: [12 Anbieter von CO2-Zertifikaten im Vergleich 2026: Ein Auswahlleitfaden für Unternehmen](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/12-fuehrende-anbieter-co2-zertifikaten-auswahlleitfaden-fuer-dach-unternehmen-in-2026))
- [Senken Partners with Ocell to Bring European Forest Carbon Removal to Enterprise Buyers](https://www.senken.io/blog/senken-ocell-european-forest-carbon-removal): Senken adds Ocell's 100% ex-post Improved Forest Management carbon credits from European forests. (Deutsch: [Senken und Ocell bringen europäische CO2-Removal-Zertifikate aus Waldprojekten zu Unternehmenskunden](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/senken-ocell-european-forest-carbon-removal))
- [Senken and Exomad Green secure 105,000 tonnes of carbon removal credits for aviation industry](https://www.senken.io/blog/senken-and-exomad-green-secure-105-000-tonnes-of-carbon-removal-credits-for-aviation-industry): Exomad Green and Senken announce a new multi-year offtake agreement covering 105,000 tonnes of durable carbon removal credits for aviation. (Deutsch: [Senken und Exomad Green schließen Abnahmevertrag über 105.000 Tonnen CO2-Removal für die Luftfahrtbranche](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/senken-und-exomad-green-sichern-105-000-tonnen-co2-removal-zertifikate-fuer-die-luftfahrtbranche))
- [EU Adopts First CRCF Certification Methodologies for Permanent Carbon Removals](https://www.senken.io/blog/eu-crcf-certification-methodologies-permanent-carbon-removals): The EU adopted the first CRCF certification methodologies for DACCS, BioCCS, and biochar—setting a global benchmark for verified permanent carbon removals. (Deutsch: [EU verabschiedet erste CRCF-Zertifizierungsmethoden für permanente CO2-Removals](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/eu-crcf-certification-methodologies-permanent-carbon-removals))
- [The Top 3 Direct Air Capture Carbon Removal Projects](https://www.senken.io/blog/top-direct-air-capture-carbon-removal-projects-buyers-guide): Direct air capture (DAC) offers what corporate buyers value most: the ability to remove CO₂ directly from the atmosphere and store it permanently underground... (Deutsch: [Die Top 3 Direct Air Capture CO2-Removal Projekte](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/top-direct-air-capture-carbon-removal-projects-buyers-guide))
- [The Top 5 Biochar Carbon Removal Projects in 2026](https://www.senken.io/blog/the-top-biochar-carbon-removal-projects-a-buyers-guide): Discover the leading biochar projects trusted by Microsoft, Google, and major corporations. Expert review of Exomad Green, Varaha, Novocarbo, and more. (Deutsch: [Die Top 5 Projekte für CO2-Removal durch Pflanzenkohle in 2026](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/die-top-projekte-fuer-co2-removal-durch-pflanzenkohle-ein-guide-fuer-kaeufer))
- [Introducing ChatPDD: Instant Answers from Climate Project Documentation](https://www.senken.io/blog/introducing-chatpdd-ask-any-climate-project-questions-and-get-verified-answers): Stop scrolling through PDDs. ChatPDD lets you query climate project documentation and get source-backed answers instantly. Try the live demo on Senken. (Deutsch: [Einführung von ChatPDD: Sofortige Antworten aus der Dokumentation zu Klimaschutzprojekten](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/chatpdd-sofortige-antworten-klimaschutzprojekte))
- [​​Senken and BlueLayer partner to bring live project data into high-quality portfolios](https://www.senken.io/blog/senken-and-bluelayer-partnership-bring-live-data-into-high-quality-climate-projects): Senken partners with BlueLayer to bring real-time data on climate projects to buyers. (Deutsch: [Senken und BlueLayer arbeiten zusammen, um Live-Projektdaten in hochwertige Portfolios zu integrieren](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/senken-bluelayer-partnerschaft-hochwertige-klimaschutzprojekte))
- [How a German court struck down Apple’s “carbon neutral” Watch, and how to avoid the same mistake](https://www.senken.io/blog/how-a-german-court-struck-down-apples-carbon-neutral-watch-and-how-to-avoid-the-same-mistake): Learn from Apple's carbon neutral lawsuit loss in Germany. Complete guide to EU Green Claims Directive, greenwashing risks, and sustainable marketing compliance (Deutsch: [Wie ein deutsches Gericht die  „klimaneutrale“ Apple-Watch verboten hat und wie Sie denselben Fehler vermeiden können](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/deutsche-umwelthilfe-gericht-apple-watch-klimaneutral))
- [Introducing Senken Checkout: Democratizing Access to High-quality Carbon Credits](https://www.senken.io/blog/introducing-senken-checkout): A self-service platform that allows any business or individual to buy the same portfolio-grade carbon credits we source for corporate clients. (Deutsch: [Einführung von Senken Checkout: Wir demokratisieren den Zugang zu hochwertigen CO2-Zertifikaten](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/einfuhrung-von-senken-checkout))
- [Vodafone Germany Achieves Scope 1 & 2 Carbon Neutrality with Senken](https://www.senken.io/blog/vodafone-germany-achieves-scope-1-2-carbon-neutrality-with-senken): We’re excited to announce that Vodafone Germany, a leading telecommunications company, has partnered with Senken to achieve carbon neutrality. (Deutsch: [Vodafone Deutschland erreicht mit Senken CO2-Neutralität für Scope 1 und 2](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/vodafone-deutschland-erreicht-mit-senken-co2-neutralitaet-fuer-scope-1-und-2))
- [High Quality Carbon Credits Start With Better Data: Introducing Sustainability Integrity Index](https://www.senken.io/blog/high-quality-carbon-credits-introducing-sustainability-integrity-index): Traditional carbon credit verification fails. Learn how the Sustainability Integrity Index uses 600+ data points and AI to identify high-quality carbon credits. (Deutsch: [Hochwertige CO2-Zertifikate beginnen mit besseren Daten: Einführung des Sustainability Integrity Index](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/co2-zertifikate-qualitaet-mit-sustainability-integrity-index))
- [Senken Acquires Ivy to Unlock Early Access to High-Quality Carbon Credits for Corporate Buyers](https://www.senken.io/blog/senken-acquires-ivy-to-unlock-early-access-to-high-quality-carbon-credits): Acquisition enhances Senken’s ability to finance climate projects earlier, giving companies better pricing, supply security, and greater transparency. (Deutsch: [Senken akquiriert Ivy, um Unternehmenskunden noch frühzeitiger Zugang zu hochwertigen CO2-Zertifikaten zu ermöglichen](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/senken-acquires-ivy-to-unlock-early-access-to-high-quality-carbon-credits))
- [How to Buy Carbon Credits: A Comprehensive Guide for your Company](https://www.senken.io/blog/how-to-buy-carbon-credits-a-comprehensive-guide-for-your-company): Buying carbon credits is not a one-size-fits-all process. Learn more about how your company can buy carbon credits in a way that aligns with your strategies... (Deutsch: [CO2 Zertifikate kaufen: Ein umfassender Leitfaden für Ihr Unternehmen](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/co2-zertifikate-kaufen-ein-umfassender-leitfaden-fur-ihr-unternehmen))
- [Can companies buy carbon credits and reduce emissions at the same time?](https://www.senken.io/blog/can-companies-buy-carbon-credits-and-reduce-emissions-at-the-same-time): The current pressure on companies to reduce emissions within their value chain is undeniable. Despite this and the increasing risk of climate change... (Deutsch: [Können Unternehmen CO2-Zertifikate kaufen und gleichzeitig Emissionen reduzieren?](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/konnen-unternehmen-co2-zertifikate-kaufen-und-gleichzeitig-emissionen-reduzieren))
- [The SBTi and BVCM: How carbon credits support the path to net zero](https://www.senken.io/blog/the-sbti-and-bvcm-how-carbon-credits-support-the-path-to-net-zero): Learn more about the importance of Science Based Targets (SBTi) and Beyond Value Chain Mitigation (BVCM) in the pursuit of meeting net zero targets. (Deutsch: [Die SBTi und BVCM: Wie CO2-Zertifikate den Weg zu Netto-Null unterstützen](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/die-sbti-und-bvcm-wie-co2-zertifikate-den-weg-zu-netto-null-unterstutzen))
- [Case Study: How can dMRV Support High Quality Carbon Credits? ](https://www.senken.io/blog/case-study-how-can-dmrv-support-high-quality-carbon-credits): Explore a case study of Biometrio.earth - one of the global dMRV pioneers using technology to promote quality & integrity within nature-based carbon credit... (Deutsch: [Case Study: Aufbau der Integrität von CO2 Zertifikaten mit digitalem MRV](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/case-study-aufbau-der-integritat-von-co2-zertifikaten-mit-digitalem-dmrv))
- [Navigating the Complexities of Scope 3 Emissions in the European Union](https://www.senken.io/blog/navigating-the-complexities-of-scope-3-emissions-in-the-european-union): Scope 3 emissions encompass all indirect emissions that fall outside the categories of Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources) & Scope 2... (Deutsch: [Navigation durch die Komplexitäten der Scope 3-emissionen in der EU](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/navigation-durch-die-komplexitaten-der-scope-3-emissionen-in-der-europaischen-union))
- [ICVCM Core Carbon Principles: Due Diligence Made Simple](https://www.senken.io/blog/icvcm-core-carbon-principles-due-diligence-made-simple): Learn about The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM) and its Core Carbon Principles to understand how the quality of carbon credits can be (Deutsch: [ICVCM Core Carbon Principles: Due Diligence einfach gemacht](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/icvcm-core-carbon-principles-due-diligence-einfach-gemacht))
- [The Corporate Advantage Of Leveraging Net Zero and Carbon Credit Strategies](https://www.senken.io/blog/the-corporate-advantage-of-leveraging-net-zero-and-carbon-credit-strategies): Gain a deeper understanding of how your company can benefit from net zero strategies and carbon credits. (Deutsch: [Netto-Null Unternehmensvorteile durch CO2-Zertifikate-Strategien](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/netto-null-unternehmensvorteile-durch-co2-zertifikate-strategien))
- [How the VCMI Claims Code of Practice is helping companies reach net zero](https://www.senken.io/blog/how-the-vcmi-claims-code-of-practice-is-helping-companies-reach-net-zero): The VCMI Claims Code of Practice helps organisations to better understand how to utilise carbon credits credibly as part of their corporate climate commitments. (Deutsch: [Wie das VCMI Claims Code of Practice Unternehmen dabei hilft, Netto-Null zu erreichen](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/wie-das-vcmi-claims-code-of-practice-unternehmen-dabei-hilft-netto-null-zu-erreichen))
- [Due Diligence-Leitfaden von Senken](https://www.senken.io/blog/due-diligence-leitfaden-von-senken): Lesen Sie mehr über Senkens Due-Diligence Prinzip und verstehen Sie, wie wir die Integrität und Qualität von CO2-Zertifikate-Projekten sicherstellen. (Deutsch: [Due Diligence-Leitfaden von Senken](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/due-diligence-leitfaden-von-senken))
- [Why you need to buy into Carbon Removals now to be 1.5° aligned](https://www.senken.io/blog/why-you-need-to-buy-into-carbon-removals-now-to-be-1-5deg-aligned): The IPCC states that meeting net zero targets requires buying carbon removals. Companies need to act now and align with Oxford Principles for immediate efforts. (Deutsch: [Warum Sie jetzt in Carbon Dioxide Removals investieren müssen, um 1,5° konform zu sein](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/warum-sie-jetzt-in-carbon-removals-investieren-mussen-um-1-5-konform-zu-sein))
- [Senken and Exomad Green announce one of the largest Biochar Carbon Removal Deals to date ](https://www.senken.io/blog/senken-and-exomad-green-announce-one-of-the-largest-biochar-carbon-removal-deals-to-date): Senken and Exomad Green secured one of the largest biochar deals in the world, amounting to a supply of 81,600 tonnes of high quality biochar carbon credits (Deutsch: [Senken und Exomad Green schließen einen der größten Biochar Carbon Removal Deals aller Zeiten ab](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/senken-und-exomad-green-schliessen-einen-der-grossten-biochar-carbon-removal-deals-aller-zeiten-ab))
- [The EU's Carbon Removal Certification Framework (CRCF)](https://www.senken.io/blog/the-eus-carbon-removal-certification-framework-crcf): Learn more about the new Carbon Removal Certification Framework (CRCF), a unified certification scheme aimed at integrating carbon dioxide removal (CDR)... (Deutsch: [Das Carbon Removal Certification Framework (CRCF) der EU](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/das-carbon-removal-certification-framework-crcf-der-eu))
- [Unveiling our new brand identity](https://www.senken.io/blog/unveiling-senken-new-brand-identity): Senken's new brand identity is a reflection of the company's core beliefs—transparency, credibility, impact and collaboration in the voluntary carbon market. (Deutsch: [Enthüllung unserer neuen Markenidentität](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/enthuellung-unserer-neuen-markenidentitaet))
- [A Guide to the Voluntary Carbon Market](https://www.senken.io/blog/guide-to-the-voluntary-carbon-market-vcm): Explore the journey towards carbon neutrality with insights into the Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM). Learn how to meet net-zero targets by buying carbon credits. (Deutsch: [Ein Leitfaden zum Freiwilligen Kompensationsmarkt](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/ein-leitfaden-zum-freiwilligen-kompensationsmarkt))
- [Types and Categories of Projects in the VCM](https://www.senken.io/blog/what-are-the-types-and-categories-of-projects-in-vcm): Understand the difference between the different types of carbon avoidance projects and carbon removal projects in the voluntary carbon market (Deutsch: [Projekt-Typen und -Kategorien im VCM](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/projekt-typen-und-kategorien-im-vcm))
- [Navigating the Voluntary Carbon Market's Issues and Opportunities](https://www.senken.io/blog/voluntary-carbon-market-issues-and-opportunities): Discover how the VCM is addressing its historical issues and embracing technology to become a more credible, efficient, and accessible tool for climate action. (Deutsch: [Navigation durch die Probleme und Möglichkeiten des Freiwilligen Kompensationsmarktes](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/navigation-durch-die-probleme-und-moeglichkeiten-des-freiwilligen-kompensationsmarktes))
- [From ledgers to evidence: why Senken moved on from blockchain](https://www.senken.io/blog/from-ledgers-to-evidence-why-senken-moved-on-from-blockchain): Senken shifted from blockchain experiments to evidence-first procurement: strategy, due diligence, purchase, and reporting. So climate claims hold up in audits. (Deutsch: [Weg von der Blockchain, hin zu auditfesten Nachweisen](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/weg-von-der-blockchain-hin-zu-nachweisen))
- [Senken and ReSeed team up](https://www.senken.io/blog/senken-and-reseed-team-up-to-support-smallholder-farmers-in-the-global-carbon-market): Senken & ReSeed’s collaboration to funnel funding towards small-scale farmers. (Deutsch: [Senken und ReSeed schließen sich zusammen](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/senken-und-reseed-schliessen-sich-zusammen-um-kleinbauern-auf-dem-kohlenstoffmarkt-zu-unterstuetzen))
- [Senken has launched the world’s first public sale of carbon forward tokens](https://www.senken.io/blog/senken-has-launched-the-worlds-first-public-sale-of-carbon-forward-tokens): Senken is pleased to announce the launch of a brand new financial instrument that offers early stage funding for carbon credit projects - carbon forwards! (Deutsch: [Senken hat den weltweit ersten öffentlichen Verkauf von Carbon-Forward-Token gestartet.](https://www.senken.io/de/blog/senken-hat-den-weltweit-ersten-oeffentlichen-verkauf-von-carbon-forward-token-gestartet))

## Glossary

- [Additionality](https://www.senken.io/glossary/additionality): A principle stating that the CO2 reductions or removals achieved by a project would not have occurred without the project's intervention. (Deutsch: [Zusätzlichkeit](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/zusatzlichkeit))
- [Baseline Emissions](https://www.senken.io/glossary/baseline-emissions): The emissions that would be released into the atmosphere under a 'business as usual' scenario, without the implementation of any specific interventions or reduction strategies. (Deutsch: [Grundemissionen](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/grundemissionen))
- [Biochar Carbon Removal](https://www.senken.io/glossary/biochar): Biochar carbon removal transforms plant waste into stable charcoal through pyrolysis, locking atmospheric CO2 in soil for centuries to fight climate change. (Deutsch: [CO2-Removal durch Pflanzenkohle](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/biochar))
- [Biodiversity Credits](https://www.senken.io/glossary/biodiversity-credits): A market mechanism focussed on improving or maintaining biodiversity levels (Deutsch: [Biodiversitäts Zertifikate](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/biodiversitaets-zertifikate))
- [Buffer Pool](https://www.senken.io/glossary/buffer-pool): A specified amount of carbon credits in a project that are reserved and not sold, to be used in the event of any unforeseen loss or damage that may occur to the project. (Deutsch: [Pufferkontingente](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/pufferkontingente))
- [Carbon Accounting](https://www.senken.io/glossary/carbon-accounting): The process of measuring and documenting the emissions of a company, entity, or product (Deutsch: [Carbon Accounting](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/carbon-accounting))
- [Carbon Credits](https://www.senken.io/glossary/carbon-credits): Carbon credits are tradable certificates representing the reduction, avoidance, or removal of one tonne of CO2 from the atmosphere. They are used by companies to compensate for unavoidable emissions or to contribute towards global climate… (Deutsch: [CO2-Zertifikate](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/co2-zertifikate))
- [Carbon Neutrality](https://www.senken.io/glossary/carbon-neutrality): The state in which CO2 emissions are neutralised by an equal amount of CO2 being removed from the atmosphere. (Deutsch: [Klimaneutralität](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/klimaneutral-vs-net-zero))
- [Carbon Offset](https://www.senken.io/glossary/carbon-offset): A reduction in emissions that is achieved through external carbon avoidance or carbon removals, with the intention of compensating for residual emissions. (Deutsch: [CO2-Kompensation](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/co2-kompensation))
- [Carbon Sequestration](https://www.senken.io/glossary/carbon-sequestration): The process of capturing atmospheric CO2 and storing it in a different form. It can be done through both natural means as well as man-made, technological means. (Deutsch: [CO2-Sequestrierung](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/co2-sequestrierung))
- [Climate Benefit Equation](https://www.senken.io/glossary/climate-benefit-equation): The climate benefit equation is used to determine the net climate benefit of a project, ensuring that claims of environmental impact are both accurate and credible. It is a crucial step in Senken’s due diligence process when selecting… (Deutsch: [Klimanutzen-Gleichung](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/klimanutzen-gleichung))
- [CO2, GHG, and CO2e](https://www.senken.io/glossary/co2e): Carbon Dioxide (CO2) is a Greenhouse Gas (GHG) that is produced both naturally and through human activities. Carbon Dioxide Equivalent (CO2e) is a measure that is used to standardise and compare GHGs. (Deutsch: [CO2, THG und CO2e](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/co2-thg-co2e))
- [Co-Benefits](https://www.senken.io/glossary/co-benefits): Any positive outcomes that a carbon credit project generates in addition to the primary goal of emission reductions or removals, aligning with social, environmental, and economic development goals. (Deutsch: [Co-Benefits](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/co-benefits))
- [Compliance Market](https://www.senken.io/glossary/compliance-market): A regulatory system enforced by governments where a cap is set on emissions, and the unused amount can be traded. (Deutsch: [Compliance Markt](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/compliance-markt))
- [Conservation](https://www.senken.io/glossary/conservation): Activities and projects aimed at preserving ecosystems, biodiversity, and natural carbon stocks. This often involves protecting forests, wetlands, and other natural habitats from deforestation, degradation, and other threats. (Deutsch: [Erhaltung](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/erhaltung))
- [Corporate Carbon Footprint](https://www.senken.io/glossary/corporate-carbon-footprint): The total amount of both direct and indirect emissions generated by a company/organisation. (Deutsch: [Corporate Carbon Footprint](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/corporate-carbon-footprint))
- [Credit Retirement](https://www.senken.io/glossary/credit-retirement): Permanently removing a carbon credit from circulation after it has been used to offset/neutralise emissions. (Deutsch: [Stilllegung eines Zertifikats](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/stilllegung-eines-zertifikats))
- [Decarbonisation](https://www.senken.io/glossary/decarbonisation): Decarbonisation refers to the process of reducing carbon dioxide emissions by minimising the use of carbon-based fuels and increasing the adoption of renewable energy sources, energy efficiency measures, and other technologies. (Deutsch: [Dekarbonisierung](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/dekarbonisierungsstrategie))
- [Direct Air Capture (DAC)](https://www.senken.io/glossary/direct-air-capture-dac): Direct air capture (DAC) carbon removal uses chemical processes to extract CO₂ directly from ambient air and store it permanently underground, offering one of the few scalable technologies capable of reversing past emissions. This guide… (Deutsch: [Direct Air Capture (DAC)](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/direct-air-capture-dac))
- [Double Counting](https://www.senken.io/glossary/double-counting): Double counting occurs when an emission reduction or removal is claimed more than once. (Deutsch: [Doppelzählung](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/doppelzaehlung))
- [Double Materiality Analysis](https://www.senken.io/glossary/double-materiality): A sustainability assessment framework that evaluates both financial materiality (how sustainability issues affect the company) and impact materiality (how the company affects society and the environment). (Deutsch: [Doppelte Wesentlichkeitsanalyse](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/doppelte-wesentlichkeitsanalyse))
- [Enhanced Weathering](https://www.senken.io/glossary/enhanced-weathering): Enhanced rock weathering (ERW) speeds up a natural geological process by crushing silicate rocks like basalt into fine powder and spreading them across farmland. When rain falls on this crushed rock, atmospheric carbon dioxide dissolves in… (Deutsch: [Beschleunigte Verwitterung (Enhanced Weathering)](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/beschleunigte-verwitterung-enhanced-weathering))
- [ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance)](https://www.senken.io/glossary/esg): ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance. It is a framework for assessing how well companies perform in their sustainability, ethical practices, and corporate governance. (Deutsch: [ESG (Umwelt, Soziales und Unternehmensführung)](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/esg-bedeutung))
- [ESRS Standards](https://www.senken.io/glossary/esrs-standards): The European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) were developed as a crucial part of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) to standardise and enhance transparency in sustainability reporting across the European… (Deutsch: [ESRS Standards](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/esrs-standards))
- [EU ETS](https://www.senken.io/glossary/eu-ets): A regulatory system governing the compliance carbon credit market enforced by the European Union, where a cap is set on emissions, and the unused amount can be traded. (Deutsch: [EU ETS](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/eu-ets))
- [Fit for 55](https://www.senken.io/glossary/fit-for-55): A set of legislative proposals aimed at aligning the European Union with its ambitious climate targets, including an overall goal of achieving at least a 55% reduction in emissions by 2030. (Deutsch: [Fit for 55](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/fit-for-55))
- [GHG Protocol](https://www.senken.io/glossary/ghg-protocol): The GHG Protocol, or the Greenhouse Gas Protocol, is the most widely used international accounting tool for government and business leaders to understand, quantify, and manage greenhouse gas emissions. (Deutsch: [GHG Protokoll](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/ghg-protokoll))
- [Greenwashing](https://www.senken.io/glossary/greenwashing): A deceptive marketing tactic of providing misleading information about how sustainable products, services, or practices are. (Deutsch: [Greenwashing](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/greenwashing))
- [Hard-to-Abate Emissions](https://www.senken.io/glossary/hard-to-abate-emissions): The residual emissions arising from sectors and processes where reducing emissions is particularly challenging. (Deutsch: [Hard to Abate Emissionen](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/hard-to-abate-emissionen))
- [Insetting](https://www.senken.io/glossary/insetting): Integrating carbon offset projects directly into a company's own supply chain or operational process rather than investing in external projects. (Deutsch: [Insetting](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/insetting))
- [Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)](https://www.senken.io/glossary/ipcc): The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) is a United Nations body, established to assess scientific information on climate change. (Deutsch: [Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/ipcc))
- [Leakage](https://www.senken.io/glossary/leakage): Unintentional increase in emissions outside of a carbon credit project's scope that takes place as a result of the project's implementation. (Deutsch: [Leakage](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/leakage))
- [Life Cycle Assessment](https://www.senken.io/glossary/life-cycle-assessment): A framework for assessing the environmental impacts associated with all stages of a product's life cycle. (Deutsch: [Lebenszyklusanalyse](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/lebenszyklusanalyse))
- [Marginal Abatement Cost Curve](https://www.senken.io/glossary/marginal-abatement-cost-curve): A tool that graphically represents various emissions reduction measures and the subsequent cost or saving associated with each strategy. (Deutsch: [Marginal Abatement Cost Curve](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/marginal-abatement-cost-curve))
- [Methodology](https://www.senken.io/glossary/methodology): Methodologies in the voluntary carbon market act as comprehensive procedures that guide the calculation, reporting, and verification of carbon credit projects. These guidelines are crucial for maintaining the integrity and transparency of… (Deutsch: [Methodik](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/methodik))
- [Mitigation Hierarchy](https://www.senken.io/glossary/mitigation-hierarchy): A structured approach for companies to minimise their emissions, aligning with the path to achieving Net Zero targets. (Deutsch: [Minderungshierarchie](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/minderungshierarchie))
- [MRV and Digital MRV (Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification)](https://www.senken.io/glossary/mrv): Carbon credit projects undergo continuous Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) in order to assess their performance and maximise their integrity. (Deutsch: [MRV und Digitales MRV (Überwachung, Berichterstattung und Verifizierung)](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/mrv-digitales-mrv))
- [Nature-based Solutions vs Engineered Solutions](https://www.senken.io/glossary/nature-based-solutions-vs-technological-based-solutions): Nature-based Solutions (NbS) make use of natural processes and ecosystems to mitigate climate change, and Technological-based Solutions (TbS) make use of engineered processes and innovative technologies to mitigate climate change. (Deutsch: [Naturbasierte Lösungen vs. Technologiebasierte Lösungen](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/naturbasierte-loesungen-vs-technologiebasierte-loesungen))
- [Net Zero](https://www.senken.io/glossary/net-zero): The state where the residual amount of CO2 or GHG emissions have been neutralised by an equivalent amount that of emissions that have been removed. (Deutsch: [Netto Null](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/netto-null))
- [NFRD](https://www.senken.io/glossary/nfrd): The Non-Financial Reporting Directive (NFRD) is a part of European Union legislation that mandates large companies to disclose non-financial and diversity information. (Deutsch: [NFRD](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/nfrd))
- [Offtake Agreements](https://www.senken.io/glossary/offtake-agreements): Offtake agreements are contractual arrangements between a producer and a buyer to sell and purchase a project's future production. For carbon credit projects, these agreements provide companies with a guaranteed price and security in… (Deutsch: [Abnahmeverträge](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/abnahmevertrage))
- [Oxford Principles](https://www.senken.io/glossary/oxford-principles): A framework designed to ensure the integrity and effectiveness of carbon offsetting efforts as part of wider strategies to achieve Net Zero emissions. (Deutsch: [Oxford Prinzipien](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/oxford-prinzipien))
- [Paris Agreement](https://www.senken.io/glossary/paris-agreement): An international treaty marking a collective commitment of 196 countries to combat climate change and adapt to its effects. (Deutsch: [Pariser Klimaabkommen](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/pariser-klimaabkommen))
- [Permanence](https://www.senken.io/glossary/permanence): The longevity and durability of the emission reductions or removals of a project, based on the risk that the sequestered carbon could be re-released. (Deutsch: [Permanenz](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/permanenz))
- [Pre-industrial Levels](https://www.senken.io/glossary/pre-industrial-levels): The global atmospheric conditions concerning greenhouse gas concentrations and global temperatures that existed before the widespread impact of industrialisation, often used as the baseline scenario for climate change forecasting. (Deutsch: [Vorindustrielle Zeit](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/vorindustrielle-zeit))
- [Project Developer](https://www.senken.io/glossary/project-developer): The entity responsible for managing the projects that actively remove, reduce, or avoid emissions. (Deutsch: [Projektentwickler](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/projektentwickler))
- [REDD+ Carbon Credits](https://www.senken.io/glossary/redd-carbon-credits): The acronym REDD stands for Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and forest Degradation. Tropical deforestation releases about 4-5 billion tons of CO2 each year, roughly the same as all emissions from the European Union. That's why… (Deutsch: [REDD+](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/redd-plus))
- [Registry](https://www.senken.io/glossary/registry): A database that documents the issuance, sale, transaction history, and retirement of carbon credits. (Deutsch: [Register](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/register))
- [Representative Concentration Pathways (RCPs)](https://www.senken.io/glossary/rcp): Representative Concentration Pathways (RCPs) are scenarios developed by scientists to model potential future emissions pathways based on varying levels of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. (Deutsch: [Representative Concentration Pathways (RCPs)](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/rcp))
- [Residual Emissions](https://www.senken.io/glossary/residual-emissions): The greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions that remain after all feasible measures to reduce a company's carbon footprint have been implemented. (Deutsch: [Restemissionen](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/restemissionen))
- [Scope 1, 2, and 3 Emissions](https://www.senken.io/glossary/scope-1-2-and-3-emissions): Scope 1 emissions includes direct emissions from a company's operations, Scope 2 includes emissions from electricity usage, and Scope 3 includes all indirect emissions within the company's value chain. (Deutsch: [Scope 1, 2 und 3 Emissionen](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/scope-1-2-und-3-emissionen))
- [Shared Socioeconomic Pathway (SSP)](https://www.senken.io/glossary/ssps): Shared Socioeconomic Pathways (SSPs) are narratives developed to explore potential future global developments that could affect society's ability to mitigate and adapt to climate change. SSPs complement Representative Concentration… (Deutsch: [Shared Socioeconomic Pathways (SSPs)](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/ssps))
- [Soil Carbon Sequestration](https://www.senken.io/glossary/soil-carbon-sequestration): Soil carbon sequestration involves removing CO2 from the atmosphere and storing it in soil, enhancing soil health and aiding in climate change mitigation. (Deutsch: [Boden-CO2-Sequestrierung](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/boden-kohlenstoffsequestrierung))
- [Spot Credits](https://www.senken.io/glossary/spot-credits): Immediate, market-based carbon credits that allow organisations and individuals to neutralise their carbon footprint. These credits are available for immediate purchase and use. Generated from projects that either reduce, avoid, or remove… (Deutsch: [Spot Zertifikate](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/spot-zertifikate))
- [Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)](https://www.senken.io/glossary/sustainable-development-goals-sdgs): A global initiative adopted by the UN comprising of 17 interconnected goals designed to achieve a more sustainable future by 2030. (Deutsch: [Ziele für nachhaltige Entwicklung (SDGs)](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/ziele-fuer-nachhaltige-entwicklung-sdgs))
- [Unavoidable Emissions](https://www.senken.io/glossary/unavoidable-emissions): The residual emissions that cannot be eliminated due to technological limitations or integral process requirements. (Deutsch: [Unvermeidbare Emissionen](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/unvermeidbare-emissionen))
- [VCMI (Voluntary Carbon Markets Integrity Initiative)](https://www.senken.io/glossary/vcmi): The Voluntary Carbon Markets Integrity Initiative (VCMI) helps companies make credible and transparent claims about their carbon credits and contributions towards climate targets. It was established to address concerns about the integrity… (Deutsch: [VCMI (Voluntary Carbon Markets Integrity Initiative)](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/vcmi))
- [Vintage](https://www.senken.io/glossary/vintage): A project's vintage refers to the year in which the emission avoidance or removal took place and the carbon credits were issued. (Deutsch: [Vintage](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/vintage))
- [Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM)](https://www.senken.io/glossary/vcm): The voluntary carbon market is a mechanism that enables companies and individuals to take responsibility and purchase carbon credits to neutralise their emissions. (Deutsch: [Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM)](https://www.senken.io/de/glossary/vcm))

## Academy

Free structured carbon market curriculum — modules with their chapters.

- [Introduction to the net zero concept](https://www.senken.io/academy-modules/introduction-to-the-net-zero-concept): Explore the concept of net zero: its importance towards climate change, scientific reasoning, net zero strategies for companies, and sustainability drivers. (Deutsch: [Einführung in das Netto Null Konzept](https://www.senken.io/de/academy-modules/einfuhrung-in-das-netto-null-konzept))
  - [What is the current state of the climate?](https://www.senken.io/academy/introduction-to-the-net-zero-concept/what-is-the-current-state-of-the-climate): Explore the urgent challenge of climate change, its causes like greenhouse gas emissions, and global efforts like the Paris Agreement and EU Green Deal... (Deutsch: [Wie ist der aktuelle Zustand des Klimas?](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/einfuhrung-in-das-netto-null-konzept/wie-ist-der-aktuelle-zustand-des-klimas))
  - [Definition and a short history of the net zero concept](https://www.senken.io/academy/introduction-to-the-net-zero-concept/definition-and-a-short-history-of-the-net-zero-concept): Discover the net zero concept: a science-backed approach for halting climate change through achieving zero net emissions, embraced globally by governments... (Deutsch: [Definition und eine kurze Geschichte des Netto Null Konzepts](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/einfuhrung-in-das-netto-null-konzept/definition-und-eine-kurze-geschichte-des-netto-null-konzepts))
  - [Foundations for the net zero journey](https://www.senken.io/academy/introduction-to-the-net-zero-concept/foundations-for-the-net-zero-journey): Unveil the essentials of the net zero journey for companies, focusing on reducing emissions, compensating with carbon credits, and the pivotal role of the IPCC. (Deutsch: [Grundlagen für die Netto Null Reise](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/einfuhrung-in-das-netto-null-konzept/grundlagen-fuer-die-netto-null-reise))
  - [What is driving companies to go net zero?](https://www.senken.io/academy/introduction-to-the-net-zero-concept/what-is-driving-companies-to-go-net-zero): Explore what's driving companies towards net zero, from regulatory pressures and consumer demands to investor expectations and the need to mitigate physical... (Deutsch: [Was veranlasst Unternehmen dazu Netto Null Ziele anzustreben?](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/einfuhrung-in-das-netto-null-konzept/was-veranlasst-unternehmen-dazu-netto-null-ziele-anzustreben))
- [Developing your net zero journey](https://www.senken.io/academy-modules/developing-your-net-zero-journey): Discover how to measure and reduce your company's emissions, set realistic net zero targets, and effectively use carbon credits to neutralise remaining emissions for sustainability. (Deutsch: [Entwicklung Ihrer Netto-Null-Reise](https://www.senken.io/de/academy-modules/entwicklung-ihrer-netto-null-reise))
  - [How to define your company’s net zero journey?](https://www.senken.io/academy/developing-your-net-zero-journey/how-to-define-your-companys-net-zero-journey): Learn how to define and embark on your company's net zero journey with a comprehensive strategy that includes measuring emissions, setting targets, and... (Deutsch: [Wie definieren Sie den Weg zu Netto Null Emissionen für Ihr Unternehmen?](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/entwicklung-ihrer-netto-null-reise/wie-definieren-sie-den-weg-zu-netto-null-emissionen-fur-ihr-unternehmen))
  - [How to measure your company’s current emissions?](https://www.senken.io/academy/developing-your-net-zero-journey/how-to-measure-your-companys-current-emissions): Understand how to measure your company's emissions accurately through carbon accounting, establishing baseline emissions, & calculating your carbon footprint... (Deutsch: [Wie können Sie die aktuellen Emissionen Ihres Unternehmens messen?](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/entwicklung-ihrer-netto-null-reise/wie-koennen-sie-die-aktuellen-emissionen-ihres-unternehmens-messen))
  - [How to choose emissions reduction measures?](https://www.senken.io/academy/developing-your-net-zero-journey/how-to-choose-emissions-reduction-measures): Discover how to choose effective emissions reduction measures using the Mitigation Hierarchy and Marginal Abatement Cost Curve (MACC). (Deutsch: [Wie wählt man Maßnahmen zur Emissionsreduzierung aus?](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/entwicklung-ihrer-netto-null-reise/wie-waehlt-man-massnahmen-zur-emissionsreduzierung-aus))
  - [How to set targets & create a net zero pathway?](https://www.senken.io/academy/developing-your-net-zero-journey/how-to-set-targets-create-a-net-zero-pathway): Lead your firm to sustainability with realistic net zero goals, an IPCC-aligned pathway, and strategic use of carbon offsets for unavoidable emissions... (Deutsch: [Wie setzt man Ziele und erstellt einen Netto Null Pfad?](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/entwicklung-ihrer-netto-null-reise/wie-setzt-man-ziele-und-erstellt-einen-netto-null-pfad))
  - [Carbon credits’ role in net zero](https://www.senken.io/academy/developing-your-net-zero-journey/carbon-credits-role-in-net-zero): Explore the pivotal role of carbon credits in achieving net zero by compensating for hard-to-abate emissions and neutralising unavoidable emissions, offering... (Deutsch: [Die Rolle von CO2-Zertifikaten beim Netto Null Pfad](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/entwicklung-ihrer-netto-null-reise/die-rolle-von-co2-zertifikaten-beim-netto-null-pfad))
  - [How to report on your net zero journey?](https://www.senken.io/academy/developing-your-net-zero-journey/how-to-report-on-your-net-zero-journey): Discover how companies are enhancing their sustainability efforts through transparent reporting on their net zero journey, aligning with EU regulations... (Deutsch: [Wie integrieren Sie Ihre Netto Null Reise in Ihre Nachhaltigkeitsberichterstattung?](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/entwicklung-ihrer-netto-null-reise/wie-berichten-sie-ueber-ihre-netto-null-reise))
- [Understanding carbon markets](https://www.senken.io/academy-modules/understanding-carbon-markets): Delve into the intricacies of carbon credits: understanding quality, navigating market prices, and leveraging high-quality credits for sustainability. (Deutsch: [Verstehen des CO2-Kompensationsmarktes](https://www.senken.io/de/academy-modules/verstandnis-des-co2-kompensationsmarktes))
  - [Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM)](https://www.senken.io/academy/understanding-carbon-markets/voluntary-carbon-market-vcm): Learn how the voluntary carbon market (VCM) works, who are the main participants and how to find the high-quality carbon credits. (Deutsch: [Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM)](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/verstandnis-des-co2-kompensationsmarktes/voluntary-carbon-market-vcm))
  - [Understanding Carbon Credits](https://www.senken.io/academy/understanding-carbon-markets/carbon-credits): Learn how sustainability leaders can use carbon credits to manage residual emissions, avoid greenwashing, and build CSRD-proof claims. Read now. (Deutsch: [CO2 Zertifikate verstehen](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/verstandnis-des-co2-kompensationsmarktes/co2-zertifikate))
  - [Carbon Credit Quality](https://www.senken.io/academy/understanding-carbon-markets/carbon-credit-quality): Discover the key attributes of high-quality carbon credits: additionality, adherence to standards, third-party verification, digital MRV, and transparent... (Deutsch: [Qualität der CO2-Zertifikate](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/verstandnis-des-co2-kompensationsmarktes/qualitaet-der-co2-zertifikate))
  - [Carbon Credit Prices in 2026: What Companies Actually Pay](https://www.senken.io/academy/understanding-carbon-markets/carbon-credit-price): What carbon credits actually cost in 2026: €15 to €400 per tonne by methodology, real corporate budget ranges, and why public averages mislead. (Deutsch: [CO2-Zertifikate Preise 2026: Was Unternehmen tatsächlich zahlen](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/verstandnis-des-co2-kompensationsmarktes/co2-zertifikate-preise))
- [Diving into carbon methodologies](https://www.senken.io/academy-modules/carbon-methodologies): Explore various carbon credit methodologies and their applications in carbon markets. (Deutsch: [Eintauchen in CO2-Methodologien](https://www.senken.io/de/academy-modules/co2-methodologien))
  - [Carbon Removal (CDR)](https://www.senken.io/academy/carbon-methodologies/carbon-removal): Learn what carbon dioxide removal (CDR) is, why every net-zero pathway depends on it, and how to build a corporate removal strategy for SBTi and CSRD complia... (Deutsch: [CO2-Removal (CDR)](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/co2-methodologien/carbon-removal))
  - [Afforestation and Reforestation](https://www.senken.io/academy/carbon-methodologies/afforestation-and-reforestation): Afforestation and Reforestation carbon credits explained for sustainability leaders. Learn how to source high-integrity ARR within a net-zero strategy. (Deutsch: [Aufforstung und Wiederaufforstung](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/co2-methodologien/aufforstung-und-wiederaufforstung))
  - [REDD+](https://www.senken.io/academy/carbon-methodologies/redd): Learn how to use REDD+ credits with integrity. A pragmatic guide for sustainability leaders to de-risk forest carbon, meet CSRD and SBTi expectations. (Deutsch: [REDD+](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/co2-methodologien/redd-plus))
  - [Improved Forest Management (IFM)](https://www.senken.io/academy/carbon-methodologies/improved-forest-management-ifm): Learn how Improved Forest Management (IFM) forest carbon credits work, key integrity risks, and how to select CSRD- and SBTi-ready IFM projects. (Deutsch: [Verbesserte Waldbewirtschaftung (Improved Forest Management)](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/co2-methodologien/verbesserte-waldbewirtschaftung-improved-forest-management))
  - [Blue Carbon](https://www.senken.io/academy/carbon-methodologies/blue-carbon): Explore blue carbon for corporate climate strategy: science, quality, pricing, and how executives can integrate it into Oxford-aligned portfolios. (Deutsch: [Blue Carbon](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/co2-methodologien/blue-carbon))
  - [Peatland Restoration](https://www.senken.io/academy/carbon-methodologies/peatland-restoration): Peatland restoration guidance for DACH sustainability leaders: finance high-integrity peatland carbon projects. (Deutsch: [Moorrenaturierung (Peatland Restoration)](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/co2-methodologien/moorrenaturierung-peatland-restoration))
  - [Regenerative Agriculture](https://www.senken.io/academy/carbon-methodologies/regenerative-agriculture): Understand Regenerative Agriculture Carbon Credits, how to assess integrity, manage CSRD/SBTi risk, and build a high-quality removal portfolio. (Deutsch: [Regenerative Landwirtschaft](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/co2-methodologien/regenerative-landwirtschaft-co2-zertifikate))
  - [Methane Reduction](https://www.senken.io/academy/carbon-methodologies/methane-reduction): Explore methane reduction credits, integrity risks, and CSRD- and SBTi-aligned procurement strategies to deliver high-impact, low-greenwashing climate action. (Deutsch: [Methanreduktion](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/co2-methodologien/methanreduktion-co2-zertifikate))
  - [Cookstoves](https://www.senken.io/academy/carbon-methodologies/cookstoves): Learn how to assess cookstoves carbon credits, avoid over-crediting risk, and build CSRD- and Oxford-aligned offset portfolios with robust governance. (Deutsch: [Kochöfen (Cookstoves)](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/co2-methodologien/kochoefen-cookstoves))
  - [Biochar](https://www.senken.io/academy/carbon-methodologies/biochar): Learn how to source high-integrity biochar carbon removal, manage CSRD and greenwashing risk, and secure durable credits for hard-to-abate emissions. (Deutsch: [Pflanzenkohle (Biochar)](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/co2-methodologien/pflanzenkohle-biochar))
  - [Enhanced Rock Weathering](https://www.senken.io/academy/carbon-methodologies/enhanced-rock-weathering): Learn how Enhanced Rock Weathering delivers 1,000+ year carbon removal, agricultural co-benefits and Oxford-aligned credits for CSRD- and SBTi-led strategies. (Deutsch: [Enhanced Rock Weathering (Beschleunigte Verwitterung)](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/co2-methodologien/enhanced-rock-weathering-beschleunigte-verwitterung))
  - [Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement](https://www.senken.io/academy/carbon-methodologies/ocean-alkalinity-enhancement): Understand Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement as a durable marine CDR option. Learn risks, MRV, costs and how to integrate OAE into your portfolio. (Deutsch: [Alkalinitätserhöhung im Ozean (Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement)](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/co2-methodologien/alkalinitaetserhoehung-im-ozean))
  - [Direct Air Capture](https://www.senken.io/academy/carbon-methodologies/direct-air-capture-dac): Learn how to use Direct Air Capture and DACCS in a CSRD- and SBTi-aligned climate strategy, including costs, risks, and portfolio guidance for executives. (Deutsch: [Direct Air Capture (DAC)](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/co2-methodologien/direct-air-capture))
  - [Microbial Mineralisation](https://www.senken.io/academy/carbon-methodologies/microbial-mineralisation): Executive guide to Microbial Mineralisation: how it delivers long-lived carbon removal, supports CSRD/SBTi, and fits into a high-integrity portfolio. (Deutsch: [Mikrobielle Mineralisierung](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/co2-methodologien/mikrobielle-mineralisierung))
  - [Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)](https://www.senken.io/academy/carbon-methodologies/carbon-capture-ccs): Learn how CCS captures CO₂ from industrial sources, how it differs from DAC, costs, EU regulations, and where it fits in corporate climate strategy. (Deutsch: [Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/co2-methodologien/carbon-capture-ccs))
- [Understanding carbon regulation and standards](https://www.senken.io/academy-modules/regulation-and-standards): Understand the regulatory frameworks and standards that govern voluntary carbon markets and corporate climate action. (Deutsch: [Verstehen von CO2-Regulierung und Standards](https://www.senken.io/de/academy-modules/co2-regulierung-und-standards))
  - [CSRD](https://www.senken.io/academy/regulation-and-standards/csrd-reporting-requirements): Navigate CSRD reporting requirements with a practical ESRS E1 roadmap for DACH groups: Scope 1–3, transition plans, carbon credits and assurance. (Deutsch: [CSRD Berichtspflicht](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/co2-regulierung-und-standards/csrd-berichtspflicht))
  - [SBTi](https://www.senken.io/academy/regulation-and-standards/science-based-targets-initiative-sbti): Learn how to implement SBTi in large DACH companies with audit-ready governance, Scope 3 strategy and credible net-zero targets aligned to CSRD and ESRS. (Deutsch: [SBTi (Science-based Targets Initiative)](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/co2-regulierung-und-standards/sbti-science-based-targets-initiative))
  - [CRCF](https://www.senken.io/academy/regulation-and-standards/crcf-carbon-removal-certification-framework): Understand CRCF and its impact on CSRD, SBTi and carbon credit strategy. A practical CRCF roadmap for DACH sustainability executives and climate leaders. (Deutsch: [CRCF (Carbon Removals Certification Framework)](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/co2-regulierung-und-standards/crcf-zertifizierungsrahmen-carbon-removal))
  - [Article 6](https://www.senken.io/academy/regulation-and-standards/article-6): Article 6 Paris Agreement explained for DACH leaders: master 6.2, 6.4, CSRD, and Green Claims alignment for high-integrity corporate carbon strategy. (Deutsch: [Artikel 6 des Pariser Abkommens](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/co2-regulierung-und-standards/artikel-6-pariser-klimaabkommen))
  - [ICVCM](https://www.senken.io/academy/regulation-and-standards/icvcm-integrity-council-for-the-voluntary-carbon-market): ICVCM explained for sustainability leaders. Learn how Core Carbon Principles reshape carbon credit strategy, CSRD reporting and risk in DACH corporates. (Deutsch: [ICVCM](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/co2-regulierung-und-standards/icvcm-integrity-council-voluntary-carbon-market))
  - [Green Claims Directive](https://www.senken.io/academy/regulation-and-standards/green-claims-directive-eu): Green Claims Directive on hold, ECGT not. Learn what DACH sustainability leaders must change now on green claims, climate neutral labels and carbon credits. (Deutsch: [Green Claims Directive](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/co2-regulierung-und-standards/green-claims-directive))
  - [Corresponding Adjustments](https://www.senken.io/academy/regulation-and-standards/corresponding-adjustments): Understand Corresponding Adjustments, CSRD/ESRS impacts and how to design a CA-aware carbon credit portfolio for high-integrity corporate claims. (Deutsch: [Corresponding Adjustments](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/co2-regulierung-und-standards/corresponding-adjustments))
  - [ICROA](https://www.senken.io/academy/regulation-and-standards/icroa-carbon-credits): Learn how ICROA guides high-integrity carbon credit strategy today and how to shift to ICVCM, VCMI and SBTi while staying CSRD- and audit-ready. (Deutsch: [ICROA](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/co2-regulierung-und-standards/icroa))
  - [CBAM](https://www.senken.io/academy/regulation-and-standards/cbam-regulation): CBAM regulation explained for DACH leaders: quantify carbon cost exposure, build a 12–24 month roadmap, align with EU ETS, CSRD and supply chain strategy. (Deutsch: [CBAM Verordnung](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/co2-regulierung-und-standards/cbam-verordnung))
  - [EmpCo Directive: What Changes for Your Carbon Credit Strategy in September 2026](https://www.senken.io/academy/regulation-and-standards/empowering-consumer-directive-empco): The EU EmpCo Directive bans product-level climate neutral claims from September 2026. Learn what changes for carbon credits and compliance. (Deutsch: [EmpCo-Richtlinie: Was sich ab September 2026 für Ihre CO2-Zertifikate-Strategie ändert](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/co2-regulierung-und-standards/empco-richtlinie))
- [Understanding registries and ratings agencies](https://www.senken.io/academy-modules/registries-and-ratings-agencies): Learn about carbon credit registries and ratings agencies that verify and assess the quality of carbon credits. (Deutsch: [Verstehen von Registern und Rating-Agenturen](https://www.senken.io/de/academy-modules/register-und-rating-agenturen))
  - [Verra](https://www.senken.io/academy/registries-and-ratings-agencies/verra): Understand Verra, VCS and REDD+ in a CSRD-ready framework. Learn how sustainability leaders can use Verra credits credibly, manage risk and avoid greenwashing. (Deutsch: [Verra](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/register-und-rating-agenturen/verra))
  - [Gold Standard](https://www.senken.io/academy/registries-and-ratings-agencies/gold-standard): Learn how to use gold standard carbon credits in a CSRD- and SBTi-aligned strategy, manage integrity risk, and build audit-ready portfolios in DACH. (Deutsch: [Gold Standard](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/register-und-rating-agenturen/gold-standard-co2-zertifikate))
  - [Puro](https://www.senken.io/academy/registries-and-ratings-agencies/puro): Learn how to use Puro Earth CORCs in a CSRD- and SBTi-aligned climate strategy, from quality due diligence to audit-ready governance and procurement. (Deutsch: [Puro Earth](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/register-und-rating-agenturen/puro-earth))
  - [BeZero](https://www.senken.io/academy/registries-and-ratings-agencies/bezero): Learn how BeZero Carbon ratings and high‑integrity procurement platforms help DACH sustainability leaders build audit‑ready carbon credit portfolios. (Deutsch: [BeZero](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/register-und-rating-agenturen/bezero))
  - [Sylvera](https://www.senken.io/academy/registries-and-ratings-agencies/sylvera): Learn how sustainability leaders can use Sylvera ratings to de-risk carbon credit procurement, support CSRD and ESRS E1, and avoid greenwashing. (Deutsch: [Sylvera](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/register-und-rating-agenturen/sylvera))
- [Deciding on carbon credit strategy](https://www.senken.io/academy-modules/deciding-on-carbon-credit-strategies): Unlock sustainable growth with carbon neutralisation: Learn about portfolio diversification, long term planning, and navigating the complexities of carbon credit quality and market pricing. (Deutsch: [Treffen Sie Entscheidungen über Ihre CO2 Zertifikate Strategie](https://www.senken.io/de/academy-modules/entscheidung-uber-eine-co2-zertifikatestrategie))
  - [Carbon Credit Strategies for Corporates](https://www.senken.io/academy/deciding-on-carbon-credit-strategies/carbon-credit-strategies-for-corporates): Discover strategic carbon offsetting for corporates, focusing on quality, price, diverse portfolios, and innovative approaches to meet sustainability goals... (Deutsch: [CO2-Zertifikatsstrategien für Unternehmen](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/entscheidung-uber-eine-co2-zertifikatestrategie/co2-zertifikate-strategien-fuer-unternehmen))
  - [How to determine your carbon credit budget](https://www.senken.io/academy/deciding-on-carbon-credit-strategies/how-to-determine-your-carbon-credit-budget): Companies invest in carbon credit projects in the VCM to offset their unavoidable emissions so that they can address net zero targets effectively. Knowing... (Deutsch: [Wie Sie Ihr Budget für CO2-Zertifikate ermitteln](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/entscheidung-uber-eine-co2-zertifikatestrategie/wie-sie-ihr-budget-fur-co2-zertifikate-ermitteln))
  - [Deep Dive: Multi-year strategies for Carbon Credits](https://www.senken.io/academy/deciding-on-carbon-credit-strategies/multi-year-carbon-credit-strategies): Explore multi-year carbon offsetting strategies: Learn the benefits of offtake agreements, forward purchasing, and how diversifying through carbon credit... (Deutsch: [Tiefer Einblick: Mehrjährige Strategien für Carbon Credits](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/entscheidung-uber-eine-co2-zertifikatestrategie/tiefer-einblick-mehrjaehrige-strategien-fuer-carbon-credits))
- [Signing off and procuring carbon credits](https://www.senken.io/academy-modules/signing-off-and-procuring-carbon-credits): Maximise your carbon credit strategy with multi-year planning, procurement best practices, and executive buy-in for sustainable, cost-effective climate action. (Deutsch: [Auswahl und Beschaffung von CO2 Zertifikaten](https://www.senken.io/de/academy-modules/auswahl-und-beschaffung-von-co2-zertifikaten))
  - [How to get sign-off for your carbon credit strategy?](https://www.senken.io/academy/signing-off-and-procuring-carbon-credits/how-to-get-sign-off-for-your-carbon-credit-strategy): Guide to securing C-suite approval for carbon credit strategy, addressing costs, complexity, and aligning with Net Zero targets. (Deutsch: [Wie bekommen Sie eine Freigabe für Ihre CO2-Zertifikate Strategie?](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/auswahl-und-beschaffung-von-co2-zertifikaten/wie-bekommen-sie-eine-freigabe-fuer-ihre-co2-zertifikate-strategie))
  - [How to plan for procurement of carbon credits?](https://www.senken.io/academy/signing-off-and-procuring-carbon-credits/how-to-plan-for-procurement-of-carbon-credits): Secure approval for your carbon credit strategy by addressing executive concerns on cost, implementation, and stakeholder acceptance, and aligning with... (Deutsch: [Wie plant man die Beschaffung von CO2 Zertifikaten?](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/auswahl-und-beschaffung-von-co2-zertifikaten/wie-plant-man-die-beschaffung-von-co2-zertifikaten))
- [Carbon management](https://www.senken.io/academy-modules/carbon-management): Learn how you can progress your net zero strategy with precision, manage carbon credits effectively, and transparently communicate your sustainable journey to stakeholders. (Deutsch: [CO2-Management](https://www.senken.io/de/academy-modules/dekarbonisierung))
  - [How to communicate your net zero journey with stakeholders?](https://www.senken.io/academy/carbon-management/how-to-communicate-your-net-zero-journey-with-stakeholders): Communicate your net zero journey effectively: keep detailed carbon credit records, share achievements transparently, and highlight impacts to engage... (Deutsch: [Wie kommunizieren Sie Ihre Netto Null Reise an Stakeholder?](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/dekarbonisierung/wie-kommunizieren-sie-ihre-netto-null-reise-mit-stakeholdern))
  - [What is the difference between credits and claims?](https://www.senken.io/academy/carbon-management/what-is-the-difference-between-credits-and-claims): Distinguish between carbon credits & climate claims: Credits offer quantifiable emissions reductions with rigorous verification, while claims raise awareness... (Deutsch: [Unterschiede zwischen Zertifikaten und Versprechen?](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/dekarbonisierung/unterschiede-zwischen-zertifikaten-und-versprechen))
  - [How to track your net zero journey?](https://www.senken.io/academy/carbon-management/how-to-track-your-net-zero-journey): Tracking your Net Zero journey: Track emission reductions & carbon credit impacts with dynamic systems, update strategies, and maintain transparent... (Deutsch: [Wie können Sie Ihre Netto Null Reise nachverfolgen?](https://www.senken.io/de/academy/dekarbonisierung/wie-verfolgen-sie-ihre-netto-null-reise))

## Reports

- [10 Key Questions to Identify Low-Quality Carbon Credits](https://www.senken.io/reports/10-key-questions-buying-carbon-credits-2025): This report outlines ten essential questions companies should address before purchasing carbon credits. It covers quality criteria, due diligence, compliance frameworks (CSRD, SBTi, ICVCM), risks of greenwashing, and portfolio design… (Deutsch: [10 Schlüsselfragen für Unternehmen beim Kauf von CO2-Zertifikaten 2025](https://www.senken.io/de/reports/10-schluesselfragen-co2-zertifikate-kauf-2025))
- [How To Create A Carbon Credit Strategy From Scratch](https://www.senken.io/reports/how-to-create-a-carbon-credit-strategy-from-scratch): A practical guide for companies on how to design a carbon credit strategy. Explains how to integrate carbon credits into net zero pathways, structure portfolios (reductions vs removals), and ensure compliance with frameworks such as Oxford… (Deutsch: [Wie Unternehmen eine CO2-Zertifikate-Strategie entwickeln in 2025](https://www.senken.io/de/reports/co2-zertifikate-strategie-unternehmen-2025))
- [SBTi Net Zero Standard v2.0 : What It Means for Corporate Carbon Credit Strategy](https://www.senken.io/reports/sbti-net-zero-standard-v2-corporate-carbon-credit-strategy-2025): Analysis of the SBTi Net Zero Standard v2.0 draft (November 2025), covering key changes to carbon credit integration, durable removal requirements, Scope 1 obligations, and implications for corporate climate strategy. (Deutsch: [SBTi Net Zero Standard v2.0: Was sich für die CO₂-Zertifikate-Strategie von Unternehmen ändert](https://www.senken.io/de/reports/sbti-net-zero-standard-v2-corporate-carbon-credit-strategy-2025))
- [SBTi Playbook: How to Use Carbon Removals to achieve Net Zero (2025)](https://www.senken.io/reports/sbti-net-zero-carbon-removals-playbook-2025): This playbook explains how companies can integrate carbon removals into SBTi-aligned climate strategy. It details the new SBTi Net Zero Standard 2.0 requirements, including durable removals, Scope 1 obligations, and portfolio alignment… (Deutsch: [SBTi Playbook: So nutzen Sie CO2-Removals, um Net Zero zu erreichen (2025)](https://www.senken.io/de/reports/sbti-net-zero-carbon-removals-playbook-2025))
- [The Business Case for Carbon Removals (2025)](https://www.senken.io/reports/business-case-carbon-removals-2025): This report presents the business rationale for investing in carbon removals. It explores demand and pricing forecasts, links to SBTi and CSRD compliance, risk mitigation, and the role of durable removals in credible net zero strategies. (Deutsch: [Der Business Case für CO2-Removal (2025)](https://www.senken.io/de/reports/business-case-negative-emissionen-2025))
- [The State of Greenwashing in Carbon Credits: Claims, Enforcement and Integrity in 2025](https://www.senken.io/reports/greenwashing-climate-claims-and-carbon-credits-2025): Evidence-based reference on the intersection of greenwashing and carbon credits in corporate climate claims. Covers EU/UK/DE enforcement (Green Claims Directive, CMA, DUH cases), integrity risks in carbon credits, and quality frameworks… (Deutsch: [Greenwashing bei CO2-Zertifikaten in Deutschland - der aktuelle Stand ](https://www.senken.io/de/reports/greenwashing-co2-zertifikate-klimaaussagen-durchsetzung-2025))
- [Buying Blind? Analysis of DAX40 FY2025 CSRD Carbon Credit Disclosures](https://www.senken.io/reports/buying-blind-analysis-of-dax40-fy2025-csrd-carbon-credit-disclosures): Analysis of carbon credit disclosures from all 39 DAX40 companies that published FY2025 reports under CSRD's ESRS E1-7 standard. Co-authored by Senken and Sylvera, the report examines transparency, traceability, and quality of 4.84 million… (Deutsch: [Buying Blind? Analyse der CO2-Zertifikat-Angaben der DAX40 im CSRD-Bericht 2025](https://www.senken.io/de/reports/buying-blind-analysis-of-dax40-fy2025-csrd-carbon-credit-disclosures))

## Report PDFs

Direct-download research reports (PDF).

- [10 Key Questions When Buying Carbon Credits (2025)](https://www.senken.io/reports/10-key-questions-buying-carbon-credits-2025-en.pdf)
- [10 Schlüsselfragen beim Kauf von CO2-Zertifikaten (2025)](https://www.senken.io/reports/10-schluesselfragen-co2-zertifikate-kauf-2025-de.pdf)
- [The Business Case for Carbon Removals (2025)](https://www.senken.io/reports/business-case-for-carbon-removals-2025-en.pdf)
- [Der Business Case für negative Emissionen (2025)](https://www.senken.io/reports/business-case-negative-emissionen-2025-de.pdf)
- [CO2-Zertifikate-Strategie für Unternehmen (2025)](https://www.senken.io/reports/co2-zertifikate-strategie-unternehmen-2025-de.pdf)
- [Greenwashing, Climate Claims and Carbon Credits (2025)](https://www.senken.io/reports/greenwashing-and-carbon-credits-report-2025-en.pdf)
- [Greenwashing und CO2-Zertifikate (2025)](https://www.senken.io/reports/greenwashing-und-co2-zertifikate-bericht-2025-de.pdf)
- [How to Create a Carbon Credit Strategy from Scratch (2025)](https://www.senken.io/reports/how-to-create-carbon-credit-strategy-2025-en.pdf)
- [SBTi Net Zero Carbon Credits Playbook (2025)](https://www.senken.io/reports/sbti-net-zero-carbon-credits-playbook-2025-en.pdf)
- [SBTi Net Zero Standard V2 — What It Means for Corporate Carbon Credit Strategy (June 2026)](https://www.senken.io/reports/sbti-net-zero-standard-v2-june-2026.pdf)
- [SBTi Net Zero Standard v2.0 — Der Leitfaden für Unternehmen](https://www.senken.io/reports/sbti-net-zero-standard-v2-leitfaden-de.pdf)
- [Buying Blind — Analysis of DAX40 FY2025 CSRD Carbon Credit Disclosures](https://www.senken.io/reports/buying-blind-analysis-of-dax40-fy2025-csrd-carbon-credit-disclosures.pdf)

## Webinars

- [SBTi's Net Zero Standard V2.0 Is Final: What Changes for Your Carbon Strategy](https://www.senken.io/webinars/sbti-net-zero-standard-v2-final-corporate-carbon-strategy): Live webinar with Senken and Global Changer: how SBTi's final Net-Zero Standard V2.0 changes carbon credits, OER and the 2035 removals mandate. June 19, 10:00 CEST. — Recording:… (Deutsch: [SBTi Net-Zero-Standard V2.0 ist final: Was sich für Ihre CO2-Strategie ändert](https://www.senken.io/de/webinars/sbti-net-zero-standard-v2-final-co2-strategie))
- [A Buyers Guide to Afforestation, Reforestation & Revegetation (ARR)](https://www.senken.io/webinars/a-buyers-guide-to-afforestation-reforestation-revegetation-arr): In this webinar, we delve into various projects within the Voluntary Carbon Market, focusing on the Nature-based Solution (NbS) of Afforestation, Reforestation, and Revegetation (ARR). — Recording:… (Deutsch: [A Buyers Guide to Afforestation, Reforestation & Revegetation (ARR)](https://www.senken.io/de/webinars/a-buyers-guide-to-afforestation-reforestation-revegetation-arr))
- [A Buyers Guide to Enhanced Rock Weathering](https://www.senken.io/webinars/a-buyers-guide-to-enhanced-rock-weathering): Recording: https://www.senken.io/webinars/a-buyers-guide-to-enhanced-rock-weathering/recording (Deutsch: [A Buyers Guide to Enhanced Rock Weathering](https://www.senken.io/de/webinars/a-buyers-guide-to-enhanced-rock-weathering))
- [The Deutschland Portfolio: What reliable regional climate protection looks like](https://www.senken.io/webinars/das-deutschland-portfolio-wie-vertrauenswurdiger-regionaler-klimaschutz-aussieht): Senken has joined forces with some of Germany's best project developers to build the Deutschland Portfolio: A scientifically-backed portfolio of climate protection projects, compiled in accordance with the Oxford Principles for Offsetting.… (Deutsch: [Das Deutschland Portfolio: Wie vertrauenswürdiger regionaler Klimaschutz aussieht](https://www.senken.io/de/webinars/das-deutschland-portfolio-wie-vertrauenswurdiger-regionaler-klimaschutz-aussieht))
- [Sustainability meets Mittelstand November 2024](https://www.senken.io/webinars/sustainability-meets-mittelstand-november-2024): Recording: https://www.senken.io/webinars/sustainability-meets-mittelstand-november-2024/recording (Deutsch: [Sustainability meets Mittelstand November 2024](https://www.senken.io/de/webinars/sustainability-meets-mittelstand-november-2024))
- [Sustainability meets Mittelstand May 2024](https://www.senken.io/webinars/sustainability-meets-mittelstand): Recording: https://www.senken.io/webinars/sustainability-meets-mittelstand/recording (Deutsch: [Sustainability meets Mittelstand 2024](https://www.senken.io/de/webinars/sustainability-meets-mittelstand))
- [Carbon Removals and the SBTi: Exploring New Pathways for Net-Zero](https://www.senken.io/webinars/carbon-removals-and-the-sbti-exploring-new-pathways-for-net-zero): Join us in this insightful webinar, where we’ll explore the potential shift in SBTi’s guidance on carbon removals – a change that could bring removals alongside reduction goals much earlier in the journey to net-zero. — Recording:… (Deutsch: [Carbon Removals and the SBTi: Exploring New Pathways for Net-Zero](https://www.senken.io/de/webinars/carbon-removals-and-the-sbti-exploring-new-pathways-for-net-zero))
- [A Guide to VCMI: How to make Credible Carbon Credits Claims](https://www.senken.io/webinars/a-guide-to-vcmi-how-to-make-credible-carbon-credits-claims): Join our webinar featuring experts from the Voluntary Carbon Market Initiative (VCMI), where we will break down the VCMI Claims Code of Practice — one of the most robust frameworks for ensuring the integrity of your carbon credit claims. —… (Deutsch: [A Guide to VCMI: How to make Credible Carbon Credits Claims](https://www.senken.io/de/webinars/a-guide-to-vcmi-how-to-make-credible-carbon-credits-claims))

## Carbon Outlook newsletter

Past editions of the twice-monthly Carbon Outlook newsletter by Senken founder Adrian Wons.

- [Are you budgeting enough for carbon removal in 2030?](https://www.senken.io/carbon-outlook/are-you-budgeting-enough-for-carbon-removal-in-2030): The question I get more than any other is some version of this: what will carbon credits actually cost us in five years?
- [The EU is about to become the world’s biggest carbon credit buyer](https://www.senken.io/carbon-outlook/the-eu-is-about-to-become-the-world-s-biggest-carbon-credit-buyer): For years, the loudest voice warning companies about carbon credits was Brussels. Now Brussels wants to buy up to €50 billion of them.
- [The biggest carbon buying mistake? Skipping the strategy phase](https://www.senken.io/carbon-outlook/the-biggest-carbon-buying-mistake-skipping-the-strategy-phase): I have watched dozens of large European companies get carbon credits wrong. I have seen seven-figure purchases become unusable for an SBTi submission because nobody checked the methodology against the rules. I have also…
- [Would your current net zero plan pass an audit?](https://www.senken.io/carbon-outlook/would-your-current-net-zero-plan-pass-an-audit): For years, a corporate net zero target has often been a press release with a date attached.
- [SBTi V2 just put corporate removals on the clock](https://www.senken.io/carbon-outlook/sbti-v2-just-put-corporate-removals-on-the-clock): Last week, SBTi published the final Corporate Net-Zero Standard V2.0. After two consultation drafts and a year of debate, the rules are now fixed. This is the first time SBTi has given carbon credits a defined role…
- [Waiting until Q4 could cost you the best credits](https://www.senken.io/carbon-outlook/waiting-until-q4-could-cost-you-the-best-credits): Here’s what changed. For years, buying carbon credits was a year-end chore. Total the footprint, go to market in Q4, buy spot, retire, repeat.
- [CWN is live: my new weekly carbon news show](https://www.senken.io/carbon-outlook/cwn-is-live-my-new-weekly-carbon-news-show): This week I went live with Episode 1 of CWN: Carbon Weekly News, my new live show on the carbon market.
- [Buying Blind? the DAX40 carbon credit black box](https://www.senken.io/carbon-outlook/buying-blind-the-dax40-carbon-credit-black-box): This issue is going out a week early because we are publishing something today with Sylvera that I think matters.
- [€71/t today, €169/t in 2045: The CFO case for offtakes](https://www.senken.io/carbon-outlook/eur-71-t-today-eur-169-t-in-2045-the-cfo-case-for-offtakes): This one is a bit different from our usual newsletters, because it goes a little deeper into the financial business planning behind carbon credits.
- [The carbon credit paradox: smart buyers matter most in messy markets](https://www.senken.io/carbon-outlook/the-carbon-credit-paradox-smart-buyers-matter-most-in-messy-markets): A sustainability lead at a DAX company said this to me last week: "Adrian, with all the scandals, the press coverage, the rating agencies tearing projects apart, the smart move is just to stop. We will reduce internally…
- [EU ETS meets CDR: the integration nobody is ready for](https://www.senken.io/carbon-outlook/eu-ets-meets-cdr-the-integration-nobody-is-ready-for): The EU ETS is in the middle of its most consequential rewrite since Phase 3. And with the Commission’s Article 30 deadline locked for July 2026, the question is no longer whether CDR will be included — but how and when.
- [Most carbon credits are rated C or worse](https://www.senken.io/carbon-outlook/most-carbon-credits-are-rated-c-or-worse): Carbon credit rating agencies are becoming a bigger part of the market. From July 2026, ESMA’s EU ESG Ratings Regulation will bring regulatory oversight to the space for the first time. But even before that kicks in,…
- [Are your carbon credits CCP-ready? 92% are not.](https://www.senken.io/carbon-outlook/are-your-carbon-credits-ccp-ready-92-percent-are-not): The ICVCM’s CCP label is becoming the closest thing the voluntary carbon market has to a quality seal. But it is also one of the most misunderstood. Most buyers know it exists. Few know how it actually works, which of…
- [EmpCo 2026: Will your “climate neutral” claims fail?](https://www.senken.io/carbon-outlook/empco-2026-will-your-climate-neutral-claims-fail): Greenwashing risk in Europe is rising fast. Not because companies are suddenly worse, but because the rules are about to get stricter.
- [EU Adopts First 3 CRCF Certification Methodologies](https://www.senken.io/carbon-outlook/eu-adopts-first-3-crcf-certification-methodologies): Here is a quick, easy-to-digest update on the EU Carbon Removal Certification Framework (CRCF):
- [CBAM and carbon credits? Here's how you can save €€€ at the border](https://www.senken.io/carbon-outlook/cbam-and-carbon-credits-here-s-how-you-can-save-eur-at-the-border): You’ve probably heard of the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). What most people haven’t heard: CBAM could become one of the strongest forces behind carbon credit growth over the next decade.
- [Offtakes are up 260% — what this means for carbon credit supply & your 2026 plan](https://www.senken.io/carbon-outlook/offtakes-are-up-260-percent-what-this-means-for-carbon-credit-supply-your-2026): Happy New Year! I hope 2026 is off to a great start for you. I wanted to kickstart the year by sharing a number that made me stop scrolling this week:
- [SBTi changed again?!](https://www.senken.io/carbon-outlook/sbti-changed-again): SBTi has released its updated draft for the Corporate Net-Zero Standard v2. The most significant change being the introduction of Ongoing Emissions Responsibility (OER) — a framework to account for the emissions you…
- [The Truth About Corresponding Adjustments](https://www.senken.io/carbon-outlook/the-truth-about-corresponding-adjustments): It is COP season again. Which means I get the same question from sustainability managers every year:
- [EU’s 5% Credits Rule Is Bigger Than It Sounds. Here Is What To Do Now.](https://www.senken.io/carbon-outlook/eu-s-5-percent-credits-rule-is-bigger-than-it-sounds-here-is-what-to-do-now): The EU just agreed to a 2040 target of a 90% reduction in emissions vs. 1990 levels. It also said that up to 5% of the target can be met with international carbon credits. This sounds small. It is not. It changes the…

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