Below, we shall answer the most common questions
The most obvious questions are “why me?” and “why Buy A Wat?t”. The simple answer is that YOU can make a difference to the world and offset the cost with Buy A Watt. For a long time you have been led to believe that you alone cannot make a significant change to the environment. Opening your eyes to Buy A Watt will show that you CAN make a difference today.
Who and what is BUY A WATT?
Buy A Watt is a Carbon Offset programme with a difference in that you get financially reimbursed for benefiting the environment. Buy A Watt is a part of the Oak International Finance Group which has been providing financial solutions for both local authority and corporate clients for 19 years.
What makes BUY A WATT different from other Carbon Offset schemes?
We help to create a sustainable source of energy for our planet and you receive your money back.
How does BUY A WATT generate its income?
Buy A Watt specialises in the construction of Photovoltaic Solar Power plants. The electricity generated is sold to the utility companies to generate income over a long term period guaranteed by the countries government.
Where are the Solar Plants being built?
The Solar Power plants are being built in southern Europe, which is rapidly becoming a hot-bed for such schemes due to the favourable climate in the region.
How much can I invest?
The minimum investment is €1000 for corporate clients, with no maximum limit and you can contribute as many times as you like. Should you wish to contribute a smaller personal amount for your family members and friends please visit Carbon Cutter
What protection do I get?
The income generated by Buy A Watt is guaranteed under a contract with the utility company, at a rate stipulated by government legislation. The government also underwrites any such venture in Solar Energy projects.
What is the reduction in Carbon Emissions?
Each €1000 of investment will reduce Carbon Emissions by 40 tonnes (Metric Ton).
What are the other benefits to the environment?
In addition to reducing Carbon emissions, there will also be reductions in emissions of other greenhouse gases such as Sulphur Dioxide.
How else can I help BUY A WATT benefit the environment?
You have the option of not taking your payment and allowing Buy A Watt to re-invest this money in more Solar Energy, thereby further reducing the amount of Carbon Emissions.
How do We reduce Carbon emissions?
Our projects are designed to run for a minimum of 20 years. Therefore in total, over the duration of the project, each 100 Kw plant will save well in excess of 25,000 tonnes of emissions.
News & Events
Polarstern expedition: Autonomous underwater vehicle dives under the Arctic iceJuly 30th, 2010
The Alfred Wegener Institute for Polar and Marine Research in the Helmholtz Association for the first time sent its Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) on an under-ice mission at about 79° North. The four-metre-long, torpedo shaped underwater vehicle was deployed from the research icebreaker Polarstern under heavy pack ice. The vehicle was subsequently recovered by helicopter.
Best hope for saving Arctic sea ice is cutting soot emissions, say researchersJuly 29th, 2010
Soot from the burning of fossil fuels and solid biofuels contributes far more to global warming than has been thought, according to a new study. But, unlike carbon dioxide, soot lingers only a few weeks in the atmosphere, so cutting emissions could have a significant and rapid impact on the climate. Controlling it may be the only option for saving the Arctic sea ice before it all melts.
Marine biodiversity strongly linked to ocean temperatureJuly 29th, 2010
Scientists have mapped and analyzed global biodiversity patterns for over 11,000 marine species ranging from tiny zooplankton to sharks and whales.
Testimonials
“ This is certainly a new concept in offsetting your Carbon footprint. The fact that you receive a payment back at the end of it, is just the icing on the cake. ”
John Lochrie, Director - Total Print UK
“ What a fantastic opportunity to make a contribution back to the environment. I think we all need to play a part in the current global warming issue and this is a magnificent way to do it. ”
Graham Sadler, Director - Codeal Ltd