Indigo Achieves 2 Million Metric Tons of Soil Carbon Impact Through Its Fifth Credit Issuance

Indigo Carbon Reaches Major Soil Carbon Milestone

Indigo Carbon proudly announced the issuance of its fifth carbon credit, marking an impressive milestone of over 2 million metric tons of verified soil carbon impact throughout U.S. croplands. This development underscores Indigo's commitment to driving agricultural sustainability and effective climate solutions.

As one of the largest and most advanced soil carbon programs, Indigo's fifth credit issuance has resulted in generating 1.1 million independently verified carbon credits via the Climate Action Reserve. This achievement emphasizes that soil carbon is no longer an experimental concept; it has proven its scalability and effectiveness in mitigating greenhouse gas emissions. Indigo’s approach to soil carbon credits stands out due to its emphasis on measurement and scientific validation, ensuring reliability for corporate climate initiatives.

Max DuBuisson, Indigo's Head of Impact Integrity, remarked, "Indigo continues to set the benchmark for credible soil carbon removals that corporate buyers can rely on. Soil carbon holds potential not just for capturing carbon but also for enhancing water conservation and improving crop resilience. By integrating cutting-edge science with farmer-driven practices, we demonstrate that agricultural soil carbon provides an immediate, durable solution for global climate commitments."

The Role of Agriculture in Climate Change Mitigation

Agricultural practices possess the ability to sequester up to four gigatons of CO₂e each year, establishing soil carbon sequestration as a compelling approach to address climate change. Since launching its programs in 2018, Indigo has brought over 8 million acres into action, efficiently sequestering and offsetting 2.1 million metric tons of CO₂e. This impactful figure represents the annual energy consumption of over 282,000 American households, highlighting the substantial environmental benefits of Indigo’s initiatives.

Beyond just reducing emissions, Indigo's program enhances soil health, increases water retention, and boosts crop resilience, conserving billions of gallons of water annually. McKenzie Smith of the Climate Action Reserve commended Indigo’s efforts, stating that their consistent commitment to sustainable agriculture is fundamental to delivering real-world climate benefits. The protocol they developed, which supports soil carbon increase and greenhouse gas reduction, has earned Indigo recognition through the Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market’s Core Carbon Principles label.

Enhanced Monitoring and Verification

Indigo remains at the forefront of digital monitoring and reporting through robust technologies. Recently, the company has upgraded its monitoring platforms to streamline enrollment procedures and significantly reduce the time required for submitting agronomic data. These enhancements include advanced remote-sensing algorithms that enhance land management validation accuracy and an AI-integrated buyer portal designed for transparent corporate due diligence. This user-friendly experience is intended to increase efficiency for farmers and corporate partners alike.

The demand for credible climate solutions is evident through Indigo's 12-year agreement with Microsoft for 2.85 million soil carbon credits, which signifies a robust market for agriculture-based carbon credits. Coupled with their fifth issuance, this agreement indicates a leveling up of the voluntary carbon market, facilitating sustainable practices for both farmers and corporations.

About Indigo Ag

Indigo Ag is an innovator in regenerative agriculture, championing practices that enhance soil health and farm resilience. By collaborating with farmers, Indigo connects them to sustainable carbon and supply chain programs that improve soil while unlocking new revenue streams. Since 2018, farmers participating in Indigo's programs have earned millions of dollars, contributing to the reduction of over 2 million metric tons of carbon emissions. With the capability of agricultural soils to mitigate up to four gigatons of CO₂e per year, Indigo is seriously committed to transforming regenerative agriculture into a verified high-impact climate solution, ultimately benefiting farmers, businesses, and the environment alike. The Carbon by Indigo initiative is a public benefit corporation and a subsidiary of Indigo Ag. More details can be found at indigoag.com.