OpenAI
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 28 is higher than 57% 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 set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 42.7% across all scopes (1, 2, and 3) by the year 2030, using 2023 as the baseline year. This target aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is designed to support global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. While specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, OpenAI's commitment reflects a proactive approach to addressing climate change. The reduction targets encompass Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, which are directly associated with the company's operations, as well as Scope 3 emissions, which include indirect emissions from the value chain. These initiatives demonstrate OpenAI's dedication to sustainability and its role in the software and services sector, contributing to broader industry efforts to mitigate climate impact.
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OpenAI is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.
