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KiOR, Inc.

KiOR, Inc., a pioneering biofuel company headquartered in the United States, is at the forefront of the renewable energy sector. Founded in 2007, KiOR has made significant strides in developing advanced biofuels from non-food biomass, positioning itself as a leader in the conversion of lignocellulosic materials into high-quality transportation fuels. With major operations in the southern US, KiOR's innovative technology enables the production of drop-in fuels that seamlessly integrate with existing infrastructure. The company’s unique catalytic process distinguishes its offerings, allowing for efficient and sustainable fuel production. KiOR has garnered attention for its commitment to reducing carbon emissions and promoting energy independence, solidifying its reputation within the bioenergy industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does KiOR, 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.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Petroleum Products 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

KiOR, Inc.'s score of 3 is lower than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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KiOR, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

KiOR, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have available carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no specific emissions figures have been provided. Consequently, there are no reported Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions figures to analyse. In the absence of concrete emissions data, it is important to note that KiOR, Inc. has not outlined any specific reduction targets or climate commitments. This lack of defined initiatives may reflect a broader industry context where companies are increasingly expected to set ambitious climate goals and transparently report their emissions. As the focus on sustainability and carbon neutrality intensifies, KiOR, Inc. may need to consider establishing measurable climate commitments to align with industry standards and stakeholder expectations.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. KiOR, Inc.'s primary industry is Non-specified Petroleum Products, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. KiOR, Inc. is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

KiOR, Inc. is not committed to any 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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