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updated 8 months ago

Ancestry.com LLC Sustainability Profile

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Ancestry.com LLC, commonly known as Ancestry, is a leading player in the genealogy and family history industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1983, the company has evolved significantly, becoming a trusted resource for individuals seeking to uncover their ancestral roots. With a strong presence in North America and Europe, Ancestry offers a unique blend of DNA testing and extensive historical records, enabling users to trace their lineage and connect with relatives worldwide. The company’s core products include AncestryDNA, which provides insights into genetic heritage, and a vast online database of genealogical records. Ancestry's innovative approach to family history research has positioned it as a market leader, boasting millions of subscribers and numerous accolades for its contributions to the field. Through its commitment to accuracy and user engagement, Ancestry continues to empower individuals in their quest for personal history.

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How does Ancestry.com LLC'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.

31

Industry Benchmark

Ancestry.com LLC's score of 23 is lower than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ancestry.com LLC's reported carbon emissions

Ancestry.com LLC, headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of specific figures in kg CO2e. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges associated with the company. This lack of data suggests that Ancestry.com may not have established formal commitments to reduce its carbon footprint or may not have disclosed such information publicly. In the context of the industry, many companies are increasingly adopting science-based targets and sustainability initiatives to address climate change. However, without specific emissions data or commitments from Ancestry.com, it is unclear how the company aligns with these industry standards.

How Carbon Intensive is Ancestry.com LLC's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ancestry.com LLC's primary industry is Computer Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Ancestry.com LLC's Location?

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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 Ancestry.com LLC is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Ancestry.com LLC's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Ancestry.com LLC has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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

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