Frequently Asked Questions

No. Carbon Compass does not sell any products. There are no affiliate links, commissions, or sponsored content in our listings. All brands are shared for informational purposes only.

No. Our lists don't claim to be comprehensive. A product not appearing here doesn't mean it can't be a good choice. There are hundreds of good alternatives out there.

We refer to options that are believed to have a lower greenhouse gas impact in one or more stages — production, transportation, use, or waste — compared to similar products.

Not always. While organic farming is environmentally friendly in some aspects, land use, lower yields, or long transportation distances can shift the balance in some cases. We use certification as a reference point, not as the sole criterion.

Recycled plastic (rPET) generally consumes 30-80% less energy in production compared to virgin plastic and doesn't use fossil-based raw materials.

Partly. They can't replace systemic change. However, collective shifts in demand influence production decisions. We see this site as a bridge between individual choice and awareness — not a tool for guilt.