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 23 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
OpenAI's reported carbon emissions
OpenAI has not publicly disclosed specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, indicating a lack of available figures in kg CO2e. However, the company is committed to addressing its climate impact through various initiatives. OpenAI has set near-term reduction targets, demonstrating its commitment to sustainability within the software and services sector. While specific reduction targets or achievements are not detailed, the company is actively engaged in climate commitments, as evidenced by its status as "Committed" to near-term targets. OpenAI has not yet established a net-zero target, but its ongoing efforts reflect a proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint. As the company continues to develop its climate strategy, it remains focused on aligning with industry standards and best practices in emissions reduction.
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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.
OpenAI is committed to some 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.
