Arguments against offsetting
Not everyone feels that offsetting is a good thing. Undoubtedly if funding is well used, it can bring many benefits. However, it should not be used as an excuse for people or organisations to stop trying to reduce their own carbon emissions.
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Useful links
Friends of the Earth A plea for people not to use offsets if it means they stop trying to reduce their own emissions
Tree Hugger A survey of offsetting companies and reader comments