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Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing
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updated a month ago

Aquabounty Technologies Sustainability Profile

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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.

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25

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing 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.

34

Industry Benchmark

Aquabounty Technologies's score of 25 is lower than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

37%

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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, comprising 2,986,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 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 Technologies has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. There are no climate pledges or SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) targets reported, indicating a lack of formalised strategies for emissions reduction at this time. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, and all figures are directly reported by AquaBounty Technologies, Inc. As the company continues to operate within the aquaculture industry, it faces increasing pressure to enhance its sustainability practices and address its carbon footprint.

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2022
Scope 1
2,986,000
Scope 2
4,712,000
Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Aquabounty Technologies's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Aquabounty Technologies's primary industry is Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Aquabounty Technologies'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 Aquabounty Technologies is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Aquabounty Technologies'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.

Aquabounty Technologies 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
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Compare Aquabounty Technologies's Emissions with Industry Peers

Cargill

US
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Food products nec
Updated 2 days ago

Salmar

NO
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Fish and other fishing products; services incidental of fishing (05)
Updated about 1 month ago

Grieg Seafood

NO
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Food products nec
Updated 24 days ago

Australis Mar S.A.

CL
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Fish products
Updated about 2 months ago

Blue Star Foods

US
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Seafood
Updated 29 days ago

Stolt Nielsen

GB
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Other land transportation services
Updated about 1 month ago

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