carbon offset
noun
a compensatory measure made by an individual or company for carbon emissions, usually through sponsoring activities or projects which increase carbon dioxide absorption, such as tree planting
(as modifier): a carbon-offset scheme
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How to use carbon offset in a sentence
We offer a carbon offset for people who book on our flights, but I think the most important thing is investing in clean fuels.
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