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updated 14 days ago

Ancestry.com Operations Inc.

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Ancestry.com Operations Inc., 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 major operations across North America and Europe, Ancestry offers a comprehensive suite of services, including DNA testing and extensive historical records. What sets Ancestry apart is its vast database, which includes billions of historical documents and a unique DNA matching service that connects users with potential relatives. As a pioneer in the field, Ancestry has achieved notable milestones, such as being the first to integrate DNA technology with genealogical research. Today, it stands as a market leader, empowering millions to explore their heritage and build their family trees.

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How does Ancestry.com Operations 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 Telecommunications 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 Operations Inc.'s score of 23 is lower than 71% 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 Operations Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Ancestry.com Operations Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not report any specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is classified as a current subsidiary and does not inherit emissions data from a parent organisation. In terms of climate commitments, there are no documented reduction targets or initiatives such as Science Based Targets (SBTi) or other climate pledges. This lack of data suggests that Ancestry.com Operations Inc. may not have established formal climate commitments or reduction strategies at this time. As the company operates within an industry increasingly focused on sustainability, it may benefit from developing clear emissions reduction goals and participating in recognised climate initiatives to enhance its environmental impact and transparency.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ancestry.com Operations Inc.'s primary industry is Post and telecommunication services (64), 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 Ancestry.com Operations 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.

Ancestry.com Operations 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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