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Aquabounty Technologies

AquaBounty Technologies, Inc., a pioneering leader in aquaculture, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations in Canada and other regions. Founded in 1991, the company has made remarkable strides in sustainable fish farming, particularly through its innovative approach to genetically modified salmon. AquaBounty's flagship product, the AquAdvantage Salmon, is designed to grow faster than conventional salmon, offering a unique solution to the growing demand for seafood while minimising environmental impact. With a strong commitment to sustainability and food security, AquaBounty has positioned itself at the forefront of the aquaculture industry. The company has achieved notable milestones, including regulatory approvals for its products, which underscore its dedication to safe and responsible aquaculture practices. As a result, AquaBounty Technologies continues to redefine the future of fish farming, contributing to a more sustainable food supply.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Aquabounty Technologies'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.

25

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Research 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.

24

Industry Benchmark

Aquabounty Technologies's score of 25 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Aquabounty Technologies's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, AquaBounty Technologies reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,698,000 kg CO2e, which includes 2,986,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 4,712,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Despite the significant emissions figures, AquaBounty has not established specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. This lack of defined goals may reflect the broader context of the aquaculture industry, which is increasingly under pressure to enhance sustainability practices and reduce carbon footprints. As AquaBounty continues to operate within the global market, its emissions data highlights the need for ongoing evaluation and potential future commitments to climate action.

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2022
Scope 1
2,986,000
Scope 2
4,712,000
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Aquabounty Technologies's primary industry is Research and development services (73), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Aquabounty Technologies 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.

Aquabounty Technologies 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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