This is the 3320th most frequent Spanish word.
compensar
To offset, make up for, or counterbalance.
Here, 'compensar' is used to mean 'to offset' or 'make up for' environmental impact.
Es importante compensar nuestras huellas de carbono.
It's important to offset our carbon footprint.
In this case, 'compensar' refers to 'making up for' something such as lost time.
Trabajo horas extras para compensar el tiempo perdido.
I work extra hours to make up for the lost time.
Here, 'compensar' is used to convey 'to compensate for' or 'balance out' difficulties with a positive aspect.