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Research Solutions

Research Solutions, Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a leading provider of innovative research solutions tailored for the academic and corporate sectors. Founded in 2006, the company has established a strong presence in North America and Europe, focusing on streamlining access to scientific research and data. Specialising in cloud-based platforms, Research Solutions offers unique services such as Article Galaxy, which simplifies the procurement of scholarly articles and enhances research efficiency. The company has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with major academic institutions, positioning itself as a trusted resource in the research industry. With a commitment to improving the research process, Research Solutions continues to be recognised for its contributions to the field, making it a key player in the evolving landscape of research management and information access.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Research Solutions'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.

31

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Research Solutions's score of 31 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Research Solutions's reported carbon emissions

Research Solutions, headquartered in the United States, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at achieving significant reductions in carbon emissions. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the company has established a clear target to maintain zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions through 2030, using 2022 as the base year. This commitment is part of their strategy to align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is classified as consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Research Solutions is focused on measuring and reducing its Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from the value chain. The company’s targets have been approved through a streamlined validation route designed for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), reflecting their commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices. Overall, Research Solutions aims for a 100% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, demonstrating a proactive approach to climate action and a commitment to environmental stewardship.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Research Solutions's primary industry is Computer and related services (72), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. This request for Research Solutions is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Research Solutions 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.

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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