Gold Standard Sustainability Profile
Gold Standard, officially known as the Gold Standard Foundation, is a leading organisation headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Established in 2003, it has become a pivotal player in the carbon market, focusing on sustainable development and climate action. The foundation operates globally, with significant influence in Europe, Asia, and Africa. Gold Standard is renowned for its rigorous certification process for carbon offset projects, ensuring they deliver real, measurable benefits to communities and the environment. Its core offerings include the certification of renewable energy projects and climate-friendly initiatives, which are distinguished by their commitment to high standards and transparency. With a strong market position, Gold Standard has certified thousands of projects, contributing to over 100 million tonnes of CO2 reductions. Its dedication to sustainability and innovation has solidified its reputation as a trusted authority in the climate action sector.
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Other 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
Gold Standard's score of 26 is lower than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Gold Standard's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Gold Standard reported zero carbon emissions across all scopes, including Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3, with total emissions recorded at 0 kg CO2e. This indicates a commitment to maintaining a low carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives were not disclosed. The organisation has not inherited any emissions data from a parent company, and there are no climate pledges or SBTi reduction targets currently in place. Gold Standard's approach reflects a focus on sustainability and climate responsibility, aligning with industry standards for carbon management.
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Gold Standard's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Gold Standard has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
