Public Profile

Verisign

Verisign, Inc., a leading provider of domain name registry services and internet infrastructure, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1995, the company has established itself as a pivotal player in the domain name industry, managing a vast portfolio of top-level domains (TLDs) and ensuring the stability and security of the internet. With a focus on core services such as domain registration, DNS management, and DDoS protection, Verisign stands out for its commitment to reliability and innovation. The company operates globally, with significant influence in North America and Europe, and has achieved notable milestones, including the management of the .com and .net domains. Verisign's strong market position is underscored by its reputation for operational excellence and its role in enhancing internet security.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Verisign'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.

3

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.

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Industry Benchmark

Verisign's score of 3 is lower than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Verisign's reported carbon emissions

Verisign, headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available data on its carbon emissions, as no specific emissions figures have been provided. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges outlined in their initiatives. This lack of information suggests that Verisign may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments or reporting on its emissions. As the industry increasingly prioritises sustainability, it is essential for companies like Verisign to establish clear targets and transparent reporting to align with global climate goals.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Verisign'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. Verisign 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.

Verisign 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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