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Planet Labs

Planet Labs, officially known as Planet Labs PBC, is a leading player in the Earth imaging industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2010, the company has made significant strides in satellite technology, operating a fleet of over 200 small satellites that capture high-resolution imagery of the Earth's surface. With a focus on providing timely and accessible data, Planet Labs serves various sectors, including agriculture, forestry, and urban planning. Their unique offering lies in the ability to deliver daily satellite imagery, enabling clients to make informed decisions based on real-time data. Recognised for its innovative approach, Planet Labs has established a strong market position, contributing to advancements in environmental monitoring and disaster response. The company continues to push the boundaries of satellite technology, making it a pivotal player in the geospatial analytics landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Planet Labs'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.

23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Planet Labs's score of 23 is lower than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

21%

Planet Labs's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, Planet Labs reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,020,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,126,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, which pertain to indirect emissions from purchased electricity, and 8,929,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, encompassing all other indirect emissions in the value chain. Notably, the company reported no Scope 1 emissions, indicating a lack of direct emissions from owned or controlled sources. Currently, Planet Labs has not established specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor have they committed to any climate pledges. This absence of defined goals suggests that while the company is aware of its carbon footprint, it may need to enhance its climate commitments to align with industry standards and expectations for sustainability.

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2021
Scope 1
-
Scope 2
1,126,000
Scope 3
8,929,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Planet Labs's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low 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. Planet Labs 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.

Planet Labs 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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