Blue Origin, LLC
Blue Origin, LLC, an American aerospace manufacturer and sub-orbital spaceflight services company, is headquartered in Kent, Washington. Founded in 2000 by Jeff Bezos, Blue Origin has made significant strides in the space industry, focusing on developing technologies to enable private human access to space. The company is renowned for its New Shepard rocket, designed for suborbital flight, and the New Glenn orbital launch vehicle, which aims to provide reliable access to space. Blue Origin's unique approach to reusability sets it apart, significantly reducing the cost of space travel. With a commitment to advancing space exploration, Blue Origin has achieved notable milestones, including successful crewed flights and partnerships with NASA. As a key player in the aerospace sector, Blue Origin continues to push the boundaries of innovation and accessibility in space travel.
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How does Blue Origin, LLC'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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Blue Origin, LLC's score of 18 is lower than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Blue Origin, LLC's reported carbon emissions
In 2019, Blue Origin, LLC reported carbon emissions of approximately 7,076,043 kg CO2e, attributed to unspecified sources. The company has not disclosed specific data for Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions, nor have they provided detailed reduction targets or initiatives. Previous years, including 2018 and 2017, show similar emissions figures, indicating a consistent level of carbon output without significant reductions noted. Blue Origin's climate commitments remain vague, as there are no documented reduction targets or pledges to align with industry standards. The absence of specific climate initiatives suggests that the company may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive strategy to address its carbon footprint. As the aerospace industry increasingly focuses on sustainability, Blue Origin's future commitments will be crucial in determining its environmental impact and alignment with global climate goals.
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Blue Origin, LLC 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.
