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What is a carbon credit, as traded in voluntary and compliance carbon markets?

A certificate representing one metric ton of CO2 equivalent reduced or removed from the atmosphere A government subsidy paid to renewable energy companies per megawatt-hour generated A financial instrument backed by physical coal reserves held in reserve A permit allowing a company to emit unlimited greenhouse gases in exchange for a fee

Correct Answer:

A certificate representing one metric ton of CO2 equivalent reduced or removed from the atmosphere

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