| Local Policy Description: | Climate Neutral Products
Some visionary companies are starting to take their climate protection efforts to a new level by working on “climate neutral” products. Climate neutral status comes from eliminating or offsetting all greenhouse gas emission associated with a product’s life-cycle. Businesses usually achieve this through a combination of on-site activities (energy efficiency, waste reduction) and off-site activities (such as sponsoring reforestation projects).
In Vermont, for example, Stonyfield Farm is developing “climate neutral” yogurt, and Ben & Jerry’s is working with Sunoco Oil and the Vermont Energy Investment Corporation on a “Climate Neutral Fuel Association Card.” By supporting and promoting the sales of products like this, local businesses can encourage climate protection while increasing their customers’ awareness and improving their image as environmentally responsible.
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