There is a UK operator of AS355s that makes an astounding claim on their website:
"CO2 Neutral – Keen to reduce any impact we have on the environment, we are the first company in our sector to become CO2 Neutral. After minimising our Carbon footprint, we invested a suitable level of funding in a recognised independent scheme called targetneutral, that off sets our CO2 emissions."
Twin Squirrels - carbon neutral ? How do you minimise the carbon footprint of AS355s ? Is there an option in the brochure ?
Do any of these "offset" schemes have any credibility ? Does this operator consider the effects of all carbon-based transport that supports their business - or just the helicopters ?
One herd of cows does more carbon damage to the world each year than one 500hr light helicopter.
So - eat steak and fly.