Guide
How to align your carbon offsetting with the Oxford Principles
How businesses can strengthen their climate strategy by aligning carbon offsetting with the Oxford Principles.

Introduction
The Oxford Principles are now the global benchmark for credible, science-based carbon offsetting.
This practical guide explains how aligning your offsetting strategy with the Oxford Principles strengthens your net-zero roadmap, reduces greenwashing risk, and builds commercial advantage.
Download the free guide to
Understand the four Oxford Principles for Net-Zero Aligned Carbon Offsetting
Learn how to design a dynamic, future-proof carbon credit portfolio
See how leading organisations are applying the Principles in practice
Explore how Oxford-aligned strategies reduce financial, regulatory, and reputational risk
Why the Oxford Principles matter
As scrutiny of corporate climate claims increases, credible offsetting has become a business essential - not a “nice-to-have”. The Oxford Principles, developed by the University of Oxford, define what good looks like for businesses funding carbon projects responsibly.
By following this framework, your organisation can:
Strengthen investor and stakeholder confidence
Future-proof its climate commitments against evolving standards
Access early-mover advantage in the high-quality removals market
What’s inside the guide
✔ A clear breakdown of the four Oxford Principles
Learn what they mean for real-world business strategy and how to apply them.
✔ Business benefits of Oxford-aligned offsetting
Discover how credible climate action drives growth, reputation, and resilience.
✔ Practical roadmap for building your portfolio
Step-by-step guidance on how to shift from carbon avoidance to removals.
✔ Case studies from Ecologi partners
See how organisations like Public Digital and Bytes Technology Group are leading the way.
Who it’s for
Sustainability, ESG, and net-zero leads
Finance and procurement teams purchasing carbon credits
Senior decision-makers developing long-term climate strategies
Communications and investor-relations teams