Open Space & Offsetting Carbon Emissions

Forests, parks, agricultural lands and open space serve as “carbon sinks” by storing greenhouse gas emissions that otherwise contribute to climate change.

In this section you will find:

• Best practices for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, organized around open space & offsetting carbon emissions goals listed below.
• Examples and resources related to this topic are displayed below the best practice goals.

Open Space & Offsetting Carbon Emissions Goals

• Preserve and enhance forests, parks, street trees, open space and other natural systems that act as carbon “sinks.”
• Promote local sustainable agriculture to reduce carbon emissions associated with food production, processing, and transport.
• Offset carbon emissions through carbon credits or allowances.