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 What sets Ancestry apart is its vast database, which includes billions of historical documents and a unique DNA matching service that connects users with potential relatives.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.
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.
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Ancestry.com Operations Inc.'s score of 29 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Ancestry.com Operations Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 499,725,000 kg CO2e, comprising 430,362,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 69,363,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 534,773,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 459,896,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 74,877,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, the company recorded total emissions of approximately 557,491,000 kg CO2e, indicating a trend towards reduction. Ancestry.com has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by more than 40% by 2025 from a 2007 baseline. Additionally, the company plans to achieve a 50% reduction in these emissions by 2035, using a 2020 baseline. These targets reflect a strong commitment to sustainability and align with industry standards for climate action. The emissions data for Ancestry.com Operations Inc. is cascaded from its corporate family, indicating a structured approach to environmental accountability. The company does not currently report Scope 3 emissions, which are often significant in the overall carbon footprint of organisations.
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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.