Follow on Google News News By Tag * Energy Company * Carbon Offset * MXenergy * Sustainability * Carbon Neutral * MXTV * Valley Wood * More Tags... Industry News News By Place Country(s) Industry News
Follow on Google News | Carbon Offsets Provide Unique New Option for LandownersGeorgia company strives to provide trees with a way to earn their keep
By: MXenergy Richard Ramey, owner of Valley Wood Inc., manages “tree plantations” The Georgia carbon offset farm was recently profiled on “Attainable Sustainables” “At MXenergy we feel very strongly about our obligation to maintain carbon neutrality,” The trees purchased through the CCX-registered afforestation program naturally sequester carbon dioxide through photosynthesis. This project was developed with the sole purpose of creating a permanent solution for sequestering greenhouse gas emissions. The Georgia climate offers an excellent environment for such a project due to its abundant rainfall, warm temperatures and longer growing season. John Ramey, son and co-owner of Valley Wood, says carbon neutrality is a reasonable goal for everyone. “If you are willing to pay to have your carbon footprint measured, you can be carbon neutral.” Ramey says. MXenergy TV, or MXTV for short, can be found on Cablevision iO Channel 654 in the Northeast United States. “Greener Trees” is just one of many programs focused on energy efficiency and “green living.” The complete episode and others can be viewed at http://mxenergy.com/ MXenergy customers can also visit the MXenergy website at www.mxenergy.com to learn how they can purchase carbon offsets for themselves. # # # serving approximately 500,000 customers in 41 utility territories in the United States and Canada. For over 11 years, the company has provided millions of customers with a choice in how they purchase energy to run their homes and businesses. Founded in 1999 to provide natural gas and electricity to consumers in deregulated energy markets, MXenergy helps residential customers and small business owners control their energy bills by providing both fixed and variable rate plans. MXenergy is committed to best practices in environmental conservation, supporting local communities through various outreach programs and is a member of the Chicago Climate Exchange. For more information MXenergy please visit www.mxenergy.com. End
Account Email Address Disclaimer Report Abuse
|
|