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Gevo

Gevo, Inc., a leading player in the renewable chemicals and biofuels industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2005, the company has made significant strides in sustainable energy solutions, focusing on the production of low-carbon fuels and renewable chemicals. Gevo's innovative approach centres around its proprietary technology, which converts renewable biomass into high-value products, including isobutanol and jet fuel. With operations primarily in the US, Gevo has established itself as a pioneer in the transition to sustainable energy, achieving notable milestones such as partnerships with major airlines and fuel producers. The company’s commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions positions it favourably in the growing market for renewable energy solutions, making Gevo a key player in the shift towards a more sustainable future.

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13

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity from Other Sources industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

24

Industry Benchmark

Gevo's score of 13 is lower than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Gevo's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Gevo, headquartered in the US, reported a carbon intensity of approximately 0.04 gCO2e/MJ for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and 0.089 gCO2e/MJ for fossil jet fuel. However, specific total emissions data in kg CO2e for that year is not disclosed. Gevo has not outlined any formal reduction targets or commitments through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company is focused on producing low-carbon fuels, aiming to significantly reduce the carbon footprint associated with aviation fuels. While no specific emissions reduction targets have been established, Gevo's commitment to sustainable practices positions it within the broader industry context of striving for lower carbon emissions and enhanced sustainability in fuel production.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Gevo's primary industry is Electricity nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Gevo is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Gevo is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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