Our assessment of the potential to develop certified carbon sequestration credits within the Duke Forest supports the Carbon Offsets Initiative’s mission to secure carbon offsets to meet Duke’s 2024 climate neutrality commitment. Our final analysis of the financial viability of developing local forest carbon offsets will be used to guide the further development of Duke’s offset portfolio. Our analysis and recommendations cover the selection of a carbon protocol, the identification and prioritization of potential acquisitions, future project development, and the potential role for Duke University as a forest carbon offset buyer and developer. This final component will enable Duke to achieve its own climate objectives while also aiding conservation goals locally and further afield.
