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Stories about reforestation science, carbon tracking, and what actually works in climate action.
Why 90% of Carbon Offsets Don't Work (And What We Do Instead)
A landmark 2023 investigation found that the vast majority of rainforest carbon credits are worthless. Here's what went wrong — and how Seed takes a fundamentally different approach.
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Mangroves vs. Pine Plantations: The Science of Where Trees Matter Most
Not all trees are equal when it comes to fighting climate change. Mangroves sequester up to 5x more carbon than terrestrial forests — here's the science behind why location and species matter.
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Your Carbon Footprint: What Actually Matters (And What Doesn't)
Transport accounts for 29% of emissions. Your reusable straw? Basically zero. Here's an honest breakdown of what actually moves the needle on your personal carbon footprint.
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Where Your $5 Goes: Seed's Open Accounting Explained
Most subscription services hide their financials. We publish ours. Here's exactly how every dollar of your Seed subscription is spent — from tree planting to Stripe fees.
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The Founding Member Story: Why We're Capping Our First 1,000 Subscribers
Most startups want unlimited growth from day one. We're doing the opposite — capping our founding members at 1,000. Here's why scarcity is a feature, not a bug.
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