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Blackboard Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Blackboard Inc., a leading provider of educational technology solutions, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America and beyond. Founded in 1997, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones such as the introduction of its flagship learning management system (LMS), Blackboard Learn, which has transformed online and blended learning environments. Specialising in software and services for education, Blackboard offers a suite of products that includes Blackboard Collaborate and Blackboard Ally, designed to enhance teaching and learning experiences. What sets Blackboard apart is its commitment to accessibility and user engagement, ensuring that educational institutions can deliver inclusive and effective learning solutions. With a strong market position, Blackboard continues to be recognised for its innovation and impact in the edtech industry, serving millions of users worldwide.

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How does Blackboard 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 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Blackboard Inc.'s score of 23 is lower than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Blackboard Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Astra Acquisition Corp.

Blackboard Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures in kg CO2e. The company is a current subsidiary of Astra Acquisition Corp., which may influence its climate reporting and commitments. As of now, Blackboard Inc. has not established any documented reduction targets or climate pledges, nor does it appear to have cascaded any specific science-based targets (SBTi) or other climate initiatives from its parent organisation. This lack of publicly available data suggests that Blackboard Inc. may still be in the early stages of developing its climate strategy and emissions reporting framework. In the context of the industry, many organisations are increasingly focusing on transparency and accountability regarding their carbon footprints. As such, it is anticipated that Blackboard Inc. will need to align with these trends to enhance its sustainability profile and meet stakeholder expectations in the future.

How Carbon Intensive is Blackboard Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Blackboard Inc.'s primary industry is Computer Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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

Blackboard Inc.'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.

Blackboard Inc. 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
Reduction Actions

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