ResearchGate
ResearchGate, officially known as ResearchGate GmbH, is a prominent social networking platform for scientists and researchers, headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Founded in 2008, it has rapidly evolved into a vital resource for academic collaboration and knowledge sharing, boasting millions of members across various disciplines. The platform primarily serves the academic and research community by enabling users to share publications, connect with peers, and discover research trends. Its unique features, such as the ability to upload full-text articles and engage in discussions, distinguish it from other academic networks. ResearchGate has established itself as a leader in the academic networking industry, facilitating over 20 million research outputs and fostering collaboration among researchers worldwide. Its commitment to enhancing scientific communication continues to drive its growth and influence in the global research landscape.
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How does ResearchGate'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
ResearchGate's score of 26 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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ResearchGate's reported carbon emissions
ResearchGate, headquartered in Germany (DE), has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at significantly reducing its carbon emissions. The organisation has established a target to reduce its Scope 1 emissions to near zero by 2025. Additionally, it aims to achieve a similar reduction for its Scope 2 emissions within the same timeframe. Previously, ResearchGate committed to an absolute reduction of 60% in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by the end of fiscal year 2022, using a fiscal year 2007 baseline. This commitment reflects a proactive approach to sustainability and aligns with industry standards for climate action. As of now, there is no specific emissions data available for the most recent year, indicating a need for further transparency in reporting. However, the outlined reduction initiatives demonstrate ResearchGate's dedication to addressing climate change and minimising its environmental impact.
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ResearchGate is not participating in any 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.
