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Computer Services
US
updated 6 months ago

Academia, Inc.

Company website

Academia, Inc., commonly referred to as Academia.edu, is a leading platform in the academic and research industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2008, the company has established itself as a vital resource for scholars and researchers, facilitating the sharing of academic papers and fostering collaboration across various disciplines. With a focus on enhancing the visibility of research, Academia, Inc. offers unique services such as personalised profiles and analytics tools that empower users to track the impact of their work. The platform serves millions of users globally, making it a significant player in the academic networking space. Notable achievements include a robust user base and partnerships with educational institutions, solidifying its position as a trusted resource for academic professionals.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Academia, Inc.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer Services 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Academia, Inc.'s score of 23 is lower than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Academia, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Academia, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not report any carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of specific figures in kg CO2e. Furthermore, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges associated with the organisation. This lack of data suggests that Academia, Inc. may not have established formal commitments to reduce its carbon footprint or engage in climate initiatives at this time. As such, the organisation's climate strategy remains unclear within the broader context of industry standards for emissions reporting and reduction.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Academia, Inc.'s primary industry is Computer and related services (72), which is very low 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 Academia, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Academia, Inc. 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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