FAQ Porsche Impact
1. What is Porsche Impact?
2. How does Porsche Impact work?
On a voluntary basis,
3. In which countries is Porsche Impact available?
4. Why is a sportscar manufacturer conducting a project in the context of CO2 offsetting?
5. What does Porsche contribute with respect to Porsche Impact?
6. Does Porsche earn any money in the course of Porsche Impact?
No,
7. Who is the partner South Pole?
South Pole is a leading provider of global sustainability financing solutions and services, with over 250 experts in 18 global offices. For more than a decade, South Pole has worked with a wide range of public, private and civil sector organisations to accelerate the transition to a climate-smart society. The company’s expertise covers funding of projects and technology, data and advisory on sustainability risks and opportunities, as well as the development of environmental commodities such as carbon and renewable energy credits. South Pole has mobilised climate-finance to over 700 projects in emissions reduction, renewable energy, energy efficiency and sustainable land-use.
8. What kind of offsetting projects are part of Porsche Impact?
In collaboration with the partner South Pole,
9. Why are there no European-based projects available as part of Porsche Impact?
In general, there are no European-based projects that are certified by international approved standards available. Since
10. What is an offsetting standard?
The pre-selected offsetting projects are certified by international approved standards “Gold Standard” and “Verified Carbon Standard” (VCS). The “Gold Standard” was developed by the environmental organization WWF, whereas VCS was initiated by the non-profit organization Verra. Those quality standards assure an environmental compliant development of the projects. On top of that, independent third party providers verify and review the projects on a six month basis.
11. Why does the offsetting value differ among the projects?
The estimated offsetting value differs among the projects due to different costs associated with the respective projects. Those costs are influenced by location-based third-party costs for implementation, operation, and audit of the projects.
12. How are the emissions calculated?
The emissions are estimated based on the desired mileage and the individual consumption. By using the consumption your individual driving behavior is considered.
13. How can I stay in touch with Porsche Impact?
You can receive updates about the selected offsetting projects by indicating it in the course of the payment on South Pole’s payment page. You will then receive updates about the projects progress every 6 month.
14. How can I provide Porsche feedback on Porsche Impact?
Send an e-mail to impact@porsche.digital. We are looking forward to receiving your feedback and to improving
15. What kind of data is required to finalize the offsetting process?
Once you press the ”Offset Emissions” button, you will be forwarded to South Pole, the chosen offsetting partner. To complete the process you will need to enter your personal data and choose the method of payment at South Pole's Impact form.