Deep Sky delivers first certified direct air capture carbon removal credits in North America

Deep Sky has announced the delivery of the first certified direct air capture (DAC) carbon removal credits in North America. This milestone marks a step forward for the carbon removal industry, which relies on technology that pulls CO2 directly from the atmosphere. The certification adds credibility to the credits, which companies can buy to offset their emissions. The project is located in Canada and uses a DAC facility to capture carbon dioxide, which is then stored or utilized. Certification was provided by a third-party verifier, ensuring the removals meet established standards. This development could help scale the DAC market, which has faced criticism for high costs and limited deployment. For carbon market participants, this represents one of the first verified DAC credit issuances in the region. It signals growing investor and policy interest in engineered carbon removal as a complement to natural climate solutions. However, questions remain about cost per ton and the pace of scaling to meaningful volumes.