U.S. Food and Drug Administration
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland, plays a pivotal role in safeguarding public health across the United States. Established in 1906, the FDA has evolved significantly, overseeing a vast array of products, including food, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and cosmetics. With a commitment to ensuring the safety and efficacy of these products, the FDA employs rigorous scientific evaluation and regulatory processes. Its unique position as a federal agency allows it to implement standards that protect consumers while fostering innovation in the healthcare and food industries. Notable achievements include the introduction of the Food Safety Modernization Act and the rapid approval of COVID-19 vaccines, highlighting the FDA's responsiveness to public health needs. As a leader in regulatory science, the FDA continues to shape the landscape of health and safety in the U.S. and beyond.
DitchCarbon Score
How does U.S. Food and Drug Administration'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 Food Product Manufacturing 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
U.S. Food and Drug Administration's score of 13 is lower than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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U.S. Food and Drug Administration's reported carbon emissions
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) currently does not report any specific carbon emissions data, as there are no available figures for emissions in kg CO2e. Additionally, the FDA has not established any documented reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. As of now, the FDA's climate commitments and initiatives remain unspecified, indicating a potential area for future development in their environmental strategy. Without emissions data or reduction targets, it is challenging to assess their current impact or progress in addressing climate change.
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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.
U.S. Food and Drug Administration 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.
