Ginkgo
Ginkgo Bioworks, often referred to simply as Ginkgo, is a pioneering biotechnology company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2008, Ginkgo has established itself as a leader in the field of synthetic biology, focusing on designing custom microbes for a variety of applications across industries such as agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and food production. With major operational regions spanning North America and beyond, Ginkgo's innovative platform enables the rapid development of biological products. Their core offerings include engineered organisms that can produce valuable compounds, setting them apart through their unique approach to bioengineering. Notable achievements include significant partnerships and collaborations that have propelled Ginkgo to a prominent market position, making it a key player in the evolving landscape of biotechnology.
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Ginkgo's reported carbon emissions
Ginkgo Bioworks, headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year, nor does it report specific reduction targets or initiatives. The absence of emissions data suggests that Ginkgo may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments or reporting practices. As of now, Ginkgo Bioworks has not disclosed any specific climate pledges or targets, including those aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company does not appear to inherit emissions data from a parent organisation, indicating that its climate strategy is independently developed. In the context of the biotechnology industry, Ginkgo's lack of reported emissions and reduction initiatives may reflect a broader trend among emerging companies in the sector, where sustainability practices are still being established. As the company progresses, it may adopt more robust climate commitments and reporting frameworks to align with industry standards.
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Ginkgo 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.
