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Institutional Review Board

The Institutional Review Board (IRB), headquartered in Indiana, is a pivotal entity in the research ethics landscape. Founded in 2000, the IRB has established itself as a leader in ensuring the ethical conduct of research involving human subjects, primarily serving the healthcare and academic sectors across the United States. Specialising in the review and approval of research protocols, the IRB is committed to safeguarding participant rights and welfare. Its unique approach combines rigorous ethical standards with a streamlined review process, making it a preferred choice for researchers seeking compliance with federal regulations. With a strong market position, the IRB has achieved notable milestones, including partnerships with leading universities and healthcare institutions. Its dedication to ethical research practices continues to set it apart in the industry, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted authority in research oversight.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Institutional Review Board'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.

26

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.

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Industry Benchmark

Institutional Review Board's score of 26 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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Institutional Review Board's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, the Institutional Review Board (IRB) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 61,944,680 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 26,913,070 kg CO2e from Scope 2, totalling about 88,857,750 kg CO2e. This marks a reduction from 2022, where emissions were approximately 66,402,720 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 19,891,040 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a total of about 86,293,760 kg CO2e. The IRB has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, with targets set across all scopes of emissions. This long-term commitment reflects their dedication to sustainability within the construction and engineering sector. The organisation has also demonstrated a commitment to reducing emissions intensity, achieving approximately 6,650 kg CO2e per lane km in 2023, down from 6,920 kg CO2e per lane km in 2022. These efforts align with industry standards for climate action, showcasing the IRB's proactive approach to mitigating climate impact while continuing to operate within a growing revenue framework.

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

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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. Institutional Review Board is headquartered in IN, which has a rank of very high, indicating very high grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Institutional Review Board is committed to some 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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