Carbon sequestration for smarter climate action

In our relentless pursuit to support cities in their battle against climate change, we are thrilled to unveil the latest addition to our dashboard graph: carbon sequestration data. This innovative addition is designed to provide you with detailed insights into carbon sequestration by nature within your city borders, empowering you to make data-driven decisions to enhance your climate action plans. This is all made possible through our collaboration with Genvision.

Ides Peeters
June 5, 2024

What's new?

The dashboard now offers a comprehensive visualization of carbon sequestration data, displayed as negative emissions on the trusted dashboard evolution graph. This includes:

  • Validated carbon capture data: Represented by dark green bars, this section shows historical data of carbon sequestration from natural elements like forests, grasslands, and urban trees.
  • Predicted carbon capture data: Illustrated by light green bars, this part projects future carbon capture. This data is generated by the AI-model of Genvision.
  • Analysis of carbon sinks: In addition to the new carbon capture data, our dashboard now features a bar chart that displays the natural land use types responsible for carbon sequestration. This chart highlights the percentage share of each type, currently only showcasing trees and grasslands.
Report with evolution of yearly CO2 emissions in Futureproofed
Report with natural land use types responsible for carbon sequestration in Futureproofed

Advantages of the carbon sequestration data

  • Holistic view: Integrating carbon capture data provides a more comprehensive view of the city’s net CO₂ emissions, accounting for both emissions produced and the efforts to offset them. It allows for a more accurate assessment of the city's     progress toward its emission reduction goals by considering both sides of the equation—emission sources and sinks.
  • Informed decision-making: Policymakers can leverage this data to formulate, adjust, and optimize climate action plans based on trends and predictions.
  • Policy justification: Data-backed evidence supports the justification for climate policies and initiatives, making it easier to gain approval and support from governmental bodies and the public. 

Leveraging carbon capture data

Carbon capture data for cities provides valuable insights into the effectiveness of climate policies and can be leveraged by city officials in several ways:

Policy evaluation and adjustment

By monitoring carbon sequestration rates, city officials can assess the impact of existing policies and initiatives aimed at enhancing natural carbon sinks, such as reforestation, afforestation, and sustainable land management practices. If carbon capture rates are insufficient, adjustments can be made to policies or new strategies can be implemented to enhance carbon sequestration.

Generating momentum

  • Showcasing efforts: Displaying carbon sequestration efforts highlights the city’s proactive measures in mitigating climate change, such as tree planting or green space expansion.
  • Inspiring confidence: This transparency can build public confidence in the city's climate action plans by showcasing concrete actions and their expected impact.
  • Identifying opportunities: Highlighting successful carbon capture initiatives can encourage further investment and expansion in these areas.
  • Replication and scaling: Effective carbon capture projects can serve as models for replication and scaling up across the city or in other regions.
  • Building partnerships: Carbon capture data can be used to engage stakeholders, including businesses, NGOs, and community groups, fostering collaboration on joint climate initiatives.

Public awareness and engagement

Sharing carbon capture data with the public, as well as potential co-benefits, raises awareness about the importance of natural ecosystems in mitigating climate change.  City officials can engage citizens intree-planting campaigns, community gardens, and restoration projects to actively contribute to carbon sequestration efforts.

Climate resilience and adaptation

Increasing carbon capture contributes to climate resilience by improving soil health, preventing erosion, and enhancing biodiversity. City officials can integrate carbon sequestration efforts into broader climate adaptation strategies.

International commitments

Many cities have committed to global climate goals, such as the Paris Agreement. Demonstrating progress in carbon sequestration aligns with these commitments and enhances a city’s reputation on the global stage.

Conclusion

The introduction of new carbon sequestration data into the dashboard marks a significant step forward in our mission to empower cities with the tools they need to combat climate change. By providing detailed insights into carbon sequestration, this feature enables city officials to make informed decisions, engage their communities, and contribute to a more sustainable and resilient urban environment. Together, we can harness the power of nature to build a better future for our cities and our planet.

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