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Who are the Climeworks Pioneers?

Since 2019, Climeworks has empowered individuals and organizations to take carbon removal action through the Climeworks Pioneers program. This initiative makes carbon removal tangible, accessible, and affordable as an online service for everyone.

Together, Climeworks Pioneers—including individuals, small and medium-sized enterprises, and larger companies ordering small volumes—have already purchased thousands of tons of CO₂ to be removed from the air.

Why Climeworks Pioneers matter

Ann-Kristin Koch, Chief Communication & Branding Officer

Climeworks is deeply grateful to its community of forward-thinking Climeworks Pioneers. Since 2019, their commitment and support have been invaluable in raising global awareness of carbon removal across industries and organizations of all sizes.

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How the portfolios work

All carbon removal solutions, suppliers, and projects Climeworks works with are verified and/or certified by internationally recognized standards (e.g., Puro, Isometric). When you make a purchase, you’ll receive an order confirmation, an invoice, and can track the details of your order in your online dashboard. Carbon removal is delivered within 7 years following the year of purchase. Once completed, you'll receive a delivery note with all relevant details, including supplier information.

The benefits

Maximum impact

with a quality portfolio at an affordable price

Reduced risk

with sourcing and vetting managed by Climeworks

Easy and convenient

access to scalable carbon removal

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Inspiring stories from the Climeworks Pioneers community

We’re incredibly grateful for the passionate individuals and businesses that have supported us for over five years. Their commitment inspires us every day, and we want to share that inspiration with the world. By hearing their voices, we hope more people will feel empowered to join them.

We’re always collecting new stories, and we’d love to hear yours. In the meantime, explore the voices of some Climeworks Pioneers below.

Maiko and her son at a snow resort in Japan

Maiko, from Japan

I purchase Climeworks carbon removal simply as a mother of a child, to give him an eternal gift. Therefore, the purchases have been made under his name, and the first purchase was on his birthday in 2021. One of the wishes that any parent would think of for their children is for them to always be in good health and live in a favorable environment, and this is one thing I can do for him and the future generation.

Stefano, from Italy

A few years ago, after a project that required multiple flights, I realized that my work was contributing to the very problem I sought to solve. In response, I turned to Climeworks to remove part of my emissions. Despite the costs, I continue to reconcile best I can my commitment to carbon removal and climate action with my professional obligations, knowing that even small steps can make a big difference.

Matthew, from Switzerland

It seemed so obvious! The climate challenge we have cannot be attached to any one approach; we need many. My own personal journey has been about reducing my footprint in terms of consumption, installing solar panels, using less direct electricity, and offsetting what I am still generating. In the wider world, reducing consumption is a piece, cleaner generation is a piece and carbon removal MUST be a piece as well. As such, it was an easy decision to support Climeworks - I also sponsor trees in the Amazon.

Andrea, from Belgium

I have been a strong admirer of Climeworks' activities since I joined the removal space 5 years ago. I believe Climeworks represents the most accessible and transparent platform that can ensure long-term storage of carbon. By gifting a Climeworks carbon removal certificate, you can go a long way in raising awareness about the relevance of long-term carbon sequestration.

Jeff, from Canada

I became a Climeworks Pioneer in 2022 for two reasons: remove CO₂ from my business flights and remove CO₂ from my personal travel. In the past, I did a lot of flying and the climate impact from all this had become a blind spot for me. All the other ways I was trying to live a climate-friendly lifestyle were basically getting blown up due to all the flying I was doing. I didn't want to have that kind of negative climate impact anymore. I had done carbon offsets for a few years prior to 2022 but had grown unhappy with offsets. So, I reduced the amount of flying I was doing but still had to fly occasionally. I wanted to neutralize the flight emissions I did produce, do something more permanent, that had real science behind it, and that had auditable accountability. Climeworks is where it's at.

Can I get assistance?

Absolutely! While we offer self-service purchases, we're here to help every step of the way. Whether you have questions about our services, need guidance in choosing the right solution, or have inquiries about volume, value, or payment options, we're happy to assist.

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