CV Carbon

CV Carbon is an ecosystem restoration organization working with the commercial oyster industry across the Gulf of Mexico and U.S. East Coast. The company helps re-establish historic oyster reefs by accounting for, verifying, and selling carbon offsets generated through oyster cultivation practices on commercial leases. Proceeds from carbon capture credits support restoration, with a guarantee that 30% of net revenue is returned to the water to improve and expand oyster habitat.

Oyster reefs capture and store carbon in shells and sediment, while also filtering water, providing habitat for marine life, and helping stabilize shorelines. CV Carbon’s work connects this science with the history of reef decline, including losses caused by oyster shell mining and other changes to bays and estuaries. Restoration uses cultch material as a hard surface where oyster larvae can settle and build reefs in suitable waters.

CV Carbon also offers information about its science, restoration approach, industry partnerships, and field app, alongside a carbon credit registry and client portal.