Agriculture Transforms: 927,000 Tons of CO2 Sequestered Since 2018
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📰 The quick summary: US agriculture achieves major climate milestone as nearly one million tons of CO2 removed through soil carbon activities, providing new income streams for farmers while fighting climate change.
📈 One key stat: 927,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalent have been sequestered or abated through soil carbon activities since 2018, demonstrating agriculture’s significant potential for carbon removal at scale.
💬 One key quote: “We’ll have a shortage of high-quality carbon credits,” says Lisett Luik, Arbonics co-founder
1️⃣ The big picture: Sustainable agriculture company Indigo has reached a significant milestone in carbon removal, delivering nearly one million soil carbon credits. Through partnerships with farmers across 28 US states, the company has successfully sequestered 927,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalent since 2018. Their latest batch of independently verified carbon credits totals over half a million, issued through the Climate Action Reserve. Beyond carbon removal, the initiative has led to considerable water conservation, saving more than 64 billion gallons. The company’s success stems from its farmer-friendly approach, returning 75% of credit value directly to participating farmers.
2️⃣ Why is this good news: Farmers now have access to a new reliable income stream while actively fighting climate change through sustainable practices. The program’s success proves soil carbon removal can work at scale as a climate solution. The initiative brings multiple environmental benefits beyond carbon removal, including significant water conservation. The streamlined administrative process makes it easier for farmers to participate, accelerating adoption of sustainable practices. The project demonstrates how agriculture can be transformed from a carbon source into a carbon sink while maintaining productivity.
3️⃣ What’s next: More farmers can join the program to expand its impact across additional US states. The proven success of this model opens opportunities for similar initiatives in other regions globally. As the carbon credit market grows, the demand for high-quality soil carbon credits will likely increase, potentially boosting returns for participating farmers. The streamlined processes developed by Indigo can help accelerate the adoption of sustainable agriculture practices industry-wide.
Read the full story here: Carbon Herald – Indigo Reaches Nearly A Megaton Of CO2 Removal Delivered From U.S. Agriculture
