NewsGuard
NewsGuard Technologies, founded in 2018 and headquartered in the United States, operates at the intersection of technology and journalism. The company is renowned for its commitment to combating misinformation online, primarily through its innovative content rating system. This system evaluates news websites based on journalistic standards, providing users with transparency and trustworthiness in their media consumption. With a focus on enhancing media literacy, NewsGuard serves a global audience, particularly in North America and Europe. Its core products include browser extensions and mobile applications that deliver real-time ratings and detailed information about news sources. Notably, NewsGuard has established partnerships with major tech companies and educational institutions, solidifying its position as a leader in the fight against fake news and promoting credible journalism.
DitchCarbon Score
How does NewsGuard'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Telecommunications 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.
Industry Benchmark
NewsGuard's score of 3 is lower than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
NewsGuard's reported carbon emissions
NewsGuard currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data or specific reduction targets. Without emissions figures, it is challenging to assess their climate commitments or performance in relation to industry standards. However, the absence of documented initiatives or targets suggests that NewsGuard may still be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. As the conversation around corporate sustainability continues to grow, it will be important for NewsGuard to establish clear commitments and measurable goals to align with global climate action efforts.
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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.
NewsGuard 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.
