OpenAI Sustainability Profile
OpenAI, a leading artificial intelligence research organisation based in the United States, was founded in December 2015. With its headquarters in San Francisco, California, OpenAI has rapidly established itself as a pioneer in the AI industry, focusing on developing advanced machine learning models and technologies. The company is renowned for its core products, including the GPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer) series, which revolutionises natural language processing by enabling machines to understand and generate human-like text. OpenAI's commitment to safety and ethical AI development sets it apart in a competitive landscape. Notable achievements include significant partnerships and contributions to AI research, positioning OpenAI as a key player in shaping the future of artificial intelligence. With a mission to ensure that artificial general intelligence benefits all of humanity, OpenAI continues to lead the charge in innovative AI solutions.
DitchCarbon Score
How does OpenAI'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 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.
Industry Benchmark
OpenAI's score of 23 is lower than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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OpenAI's reported carbon emissions
OpenAI has not publicly disclosed any carbon emissions data for the most recent year, nor does it have specific reduction targets or commitments outlined in its climate initiatives. As of now, there are no emissions figures available, and the organisation does not inherit emissions data from a parent company or corporate family. Consequently, OpenAI's current climate commitments and reduction initiatives remain unspecified. The absence of data highlights a potential area for improvement in transparency regarding environmental impact and sustainability efforts.
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OpenAI'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.
OpenAI 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.
