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updated 2 months ago

Khan Academy Sustainability Profile

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Khan Academy, a renowned educational non-profit organisation, is headquartered in the United States and operates globally, providing free online resources to learners of all ages. Founded in 2008 by Salman Khan, the platform has transformed the landscape of education through its innovative approach to personalised learning. Specialising in a wide range of subjects, including mathematics, science, and humanities, Khan Academy offers a unique blend of instructional videos, practice exercises, and a personalised learning dashboard. This allows students to learn at their own pace, making education accessible to millions worldwide. With notable achievements such as partnerships with institutions like the College Board and a significant user base, Khan Academy has established itself as a leader in the edtech industry. Its commitment to providing high-quality educational resources for free underscores its mission to empower learners everywhere.

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How does Khan Academy'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 Education 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Khan Academy's score of 23 is lower than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Khan Academy's reported carbon emissions

Khan Academy, headquartered in the US, currently does not report any specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of figures in the latest emissions data. Furthermore, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges associated with the organisation. This lack of data suggests that Khan Academy may not have established formal commitments to reduce carbon emissions or may not publicly disclose such information. In the context of climate action, it is essential for educational organisations like Khan Academy to consider implementing sustainability initiatives and setting measurable targets to contribute positively to global climate efforts. Without specific emissions data or reduction commitments, it is challenging to assess their impact on climate change or their alignment with industry standards.

How Carbon Intensive is Khan Academy's Industry?

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

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

Khan Academy'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.

Khan Academy 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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edX

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Coursera

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