Stock CO₂
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Last updated: August 7, 2026
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Stock CO₂
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August 7, 2026
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Stock CO2
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Stock CO₂
General Overview
Stock CO₂ (legal name: Stock CO2) is a French company specializing in carbon contribution with ecosystemic impact. It offers businesses carbon offset solutions through projects certified by the Low-Carbon Label from the Ministry of Ecological Transition. It has been B Corp certified since 2022. (source: page “About” from stock-co2.com) (stock-co2.com)
History and Origins
- Founded in 2019 by three co-founders with complementary expertise: finance, fieldwork, and associative engagement (stock-co2.com).
- 2020: diversification into agricultural projects (Carbon Agri, large crops) (stock-co2.com).
- 2021: establishment of the first carbon trust and the first carbon forest insurance in France (stock-co2.com).
- 2022: obtaining B Corp certification (stock-co2.com).
- 2023: development of a five-dimensional ecosystemic scoring system (climate, biodiversity, water, soil, socio-economic) (stock-co2.com).
- 2024: affirmation as a leading multi-sector operator, with over 250 contributors supported (stock-co2.com).
Founding Team
- Guillaume Panthou, co-founder & CEO, vice-president of the Nature+ Coalition (founded in 2025) (stock-co2.com).
- Aubin Labergère, co-founder & COO, general secretary of AFEF since 2023 (stock-co2.com).
- Thomas Martal, co-founder & CFO, graduate of Sciences Po Paris, responsible for financial strategy and financing mechanisms (trust, insurance, carbon credits) (stock-co2.com).
Products and Services
Certified Low-Carbon Projects
- Forestry: afforestation, reforestation
- Agricultural: Carbon Agri, large crops, orchards, hedges
- Building: low-carbon wood renovation
- Others: reduction of inputs, bio-sourced buildings (stock-co2.com).
Comprehensive Support
- Feasibility assessment
- Preparation of certification files
- Annual monitoring and reporting (CSRD-compatible)
- Marketing and financing of carbon credits
- CSR strategy consulting and evaluation of environmental and social impacts (stock-co2.com).
Sectoral Solutions
- Industrial SMEs: minimum commitment of 10 tCO₂; costs between €30 and €80 per ton depending on the methodology; tax-deductible contribution (account 6281 or 6238) (stock-co2.com).
- Real estate developers: support for RE2020 compliance through Low-Carbon Label projects (stock-co2.com).
Value Proposition
- French State Label: the only official label guaranteeing rigor, transparency, and real impact (stock-co2.com).
- Measured Ecosystemic Impact: five dimensions evaluated and audited (climate, biodiversity, water, soil, socio-economic) (stock-co2.com).
- Total Transparency: access to data for each project, traceability, direct relationship without intermediaries (stock-co2.com).
- Scientific Rigor: methods validated by the Ministry, GIEC, INRAE, INPN references (stock-co2.com).
- Territorial Anchoring: support for local employment and rural development (stock-co2.com).
- B Corp Certification: recognized social and environmental commitment, re-evaluated every three years (stock-co2.com).
Impact and Key Figures
- 326 projects certified by the Low-Carbon Label (stock-co2.com).
- 607,037 tCO₂ sequestered over 30 years (stock-co2.com).
- 28,808 ha in ecological transition (stock-co2.com).
- 2,307,907 trees planted or regenerated (stock-co2.com).
- 133 tree species used (stock-co2.com).
- 82 agricultural levers activated (stock-co2.com).
- Projects spread across 12 regions and 49 departments (stock-co2.com).
- Over 250 contributing companies supported (stock-co2.com).
Flagship Projects
- The Pastures of the Hill (Rocheservière, Vendée): 146 ha, 798 tCO₂ sequestered via Carbon Agri; monitoring from 2024 to 2028, audit in 2027, final certification in 2028 (stock-co2.com).
- Astorg Building (Groupama Headquarters, Paris): low-carbon wood renovation on 1.71 ha, 550 tCO₂ sequestered; soil impacts (25%), socio-economic (85%); monitoring until 2027, audit in 2052, final certification in 2052 (stock-co2.com).
Market and Positioning
- Leading multi-sector operator in France (stock-co2.com).
- Engaged actor in 19 networks, labels, and initiatives for climate and biodiversity (stock-co2.com).
- Premium positioning, with transparency, scientific rigor, and measurable impact.
Regulation and Legal Framework
- CSRD: European directive requiring CSR reporting starting in 2026; carbon contribution meets these requirements (stock-co2.com).
- Climate and Resilience Law (2021): regulation of carbon neutrality claims; obligation of transparency on GHG balance, reduction trajectory, and compensation actions (stock-co2.com).
- Decree No. 2022-667 (airplane): obligation of progressive compensation for domestic flights (50% by 2024, 100% eventually); Low-Carbon Label eligible (stock-co2.com).
Certifications and Labels
- Low-Carbon Label: launched in 2018, structuring the French carbon market; over 1,500 labeled projects, 7 MtCO₂ accumulated, 15 methodologies by 2026, 70 operators including Stock CO₂ (stock-co2.com).
- B Corp: global label evaluating social, environmental performance, transparency, and accountability; about 375 companies in France (stock-co2.com).
Target Audience (Personas)
- CSR Manager for Large Accounts: seeks certified, transparent, rigorous solutions, with precise reporting and personalized support.
- Engaged Forest Owner: wishes to enhance their plots through the Low-Carbon Label, with rigorous monitoring and direct relationship.
- Carbon Strategy Consultant for SMEs/ETIs: needs certified projects, CSRD-compatible reporting, clear pedagogy to convince their clients.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the Low-Carbon Label?
Answer: French State label launched in 2018 guaranteeing real, measurable, additional, permanent emission reductions verified by an independent auditor (stock-co2.com).
Q: What types of projects are offered by Stock CO₂?
Answer: Forestry (afforestation, reforestation), agricultural (Carbon Agri, large crops, orchards, hedges), bio-sourced buildings, and low-carbon wood renovation (stock-co2.com).
Q: What is the minimum commitment for an industrial SME?
Answer: 10 tons of CO₂, with a cost between €30 and €80 per ton depending on the methodology (stock-co2.com).
Q: How does Stock CO₂ guarantee transparency?
Answer: Accessible data on each project, total traceability, direct relationship without intermediaries, CSRD-compatible reporting (stock-co2.com).
Q: What are Stock CO₂'s commitments beyond projects?
Answer: B Corp certification since 2022, engagement in 19 networks, Nature+ Coalition, AFEF, scientific rigor, territorial anchoring (stock-co2.com).
Q: What is the geographical scope of the projects?
Answer: 326 projects spread across 12 regions and 49 French departments (stock-co2.com).
Q: How are the projects monitored and certified?
Answer: Annual monitoring, independent audits, final certification at the end of the cycle (e.g., 5 years for agricultural projects, up to 50 years for buildings) (stock-co2.com).
Q: Is the Low-Carbon Label recognized for air travel compensation?
Answer: Yes, it is eligible under Decree No. 2022-667 for compensation of domestic flights (stock-co2.com).
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Catalog of Stock CO₂
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Carbon Contribution for Banks and Insurances - Low-Carbon Label Projects
Your financed carbon footprint represents more than 95% of your total carbon footprint. Fund certified Low-Carbon Label projects in France and meet the requirements of Article 29 LEC and the SFDR, with a measured impact on 5 ecosystem dimensions.
Carbon Contribution for Construction and Public Works - Low Carbon Label Projects
Construction companies, developers, and engineering firms can finance certified Low Carbon Label projects in France to offset residual emissions. The impact is measured according to 5 ecosystemic dimensions. Meet the requirements of RE2020 and LCA.
€30 per ton
Carbon Contribution for Local Authorities - Low-Carbon Label Projects
Local authorities can finance certified Low-Carbon Label projects in their territory. The carbon contribution allows for the implementation of the PCAET, engaging citizens and improving political visibility. The impact is measured across 5 ecosystem dimensions.
€30 per ton of CO2
Carbon Contribution for Medium-Sized Enterprises (ETI) - Low-Carbon Label Projects
Medium-sized enterprises (ETI, 250-5000 employees) can finance certified Low-Carbon Label projects in France to meet the requirements of the CSRD. The impact is measured across 5 ecosystem dimensions. A strategy aligned with SBTi.
€30 per ton of CO2
Carbon Contribution for the Agri-food Industry - Low-Carbon Label Projects
Agri-food companies, cooperatives, and processors can finance certified Low-Carbon Label projects in France, close to their supply chain. Measurable impact on biodiversity, traceability at the farm level. Meet the requirements of scope 3 and environmental labeling.
Carbon Contribution for Transport and Logistics - Low Carbon Label Projects
Your fleet generates unavoidable direct emissions. Fund certified Low Carbon Label projects in France and offer your shippers a carbon-neutral transport option — with an impact measured across 5 ecosystem dimensions.