Public Profile

Ancestry.com LLC

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.

DitchCarbon Score

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.

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Industry Benchmark

Ancestry.com LLC's score of 23 is higher than 78% 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 data regarding its carbon emissions, as no specific emissions figures have been provided. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges outlined in their initiatives. This absence of data suggests that Ancestry.com may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments or reporting on its environmental impact. As the industry increasingly prioritises sustainability, it will be important for Ancestry.com to establish clear climate goals and transparency in emissions reporting to align with best practices in corporate responsibility.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ancestry.com LLC'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. Ancestry.com LLC is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Ancestry.com LLC is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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