The ESG Institute and Bioscore Collaborate to Empower Digital Sustainability
The ESG Institute is proud to announce a new collaboration with Bioscore, an innovative company specializing in monitoring and reducing the environmental impact of digital platforms. This partnership aligns with our shared mission of promoting sustainability through accessible tools and cutting-edge technologies, making it easier for organizations to meet their ESG goals.
Bioscore offers a revolutionary tool called the Green Meter, which tracks the carbon emissions of websites in real-time, offering actionable insights to reduce digital carbon footprints. Just like integrating Google Analytics, companies can embed Bioscore’s script to monitor data from every webpage, helping businesses optimize their site’s performance and sustainability.
With AI-powered suggestions and a user-friendly dashboard, businesses receive a BioScore—a metric that reflects their website’s environmental impact. These scores not only help in improving sustainability but also enhance SEO rankings, optimize user experience, and meet Scope 3 emission regulations, which cover indirect emissions throughout the value chain.
The Hidden Carbon Cost of the Internet
The environmental impact of the digital world is often overlooked, yet it is staggering. It is estimated that data centers already account for 1-1.5% of global electricity consumption as of 2022, a number that is expected to rise significantly. By 2025, data centers are predicted to contribute up to 3.2% of global carbon emissions, making them one of the fastest-growing contributors to greenhouse gases. This is driven by the increasing demand for online services, streaming, and cloud computing, all of which require immense data processing and storage capabilities.
Moreover, the energy demand for data centers is projected to continue growing, with some estimates suggesting that by 2040, storing digital data could generate 14% of the world’s emissions—the same proportion as the U.S. does today (U.S. Green Building Council, 2023).
For instance, streaming services like Netflix emit over 1.5 million tons of CO2 annually, mainly due to the energy consumed for video delivery and data storage. Even something as simple as sending emails contributes to digital emissions, with an average email producing around 17 grams of CO2, while those with attachments can generate up to 50 grams. This emphasizes the growing need for tools like Bioscore's Green Meter to raise awareness and empower businesses to take meaningful action.
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Why this collaboration matters
This partnership between The ESG Institute and Bioscore is essential for helping businesses take charge of their environmental impact in the digital realm. The internet’s carbon footprint is substantial, with global digital activities contributing to nearly 4% of all carbon emissions. Websites, which seem harmless, are major contributors. Streaming services like Netflix emit over 1 million tons of CO2 annually, while something as simple as sending a single email produces up to 50 grams of CO2..
Through Bioscore’s Green Meter technology, companies gain the ability to track and reduce their website’s carbon emissions in real-time. This empowers businesses to adopt more sustainable digital practices, which are increasingly important as regulations around Scope 3 emissions—those created indirectly throughout the value chain—continue to tighten. The integration of AI-powered recommendations ensures that companies can make impactful changes quickly and efficiently, with personalized, actionable insights to guide their progress.
Moreover, the partnership helps organizations achieve tangible benefits beyond just reducing emissions. For instance, reducing a website’s carbon footprint often enhances performance, leading to faster load times and better user experiences. This not only contributes to sustainability efforts but also improves SEO rankings, making websites more visible to search engines and driving more organic traffic. Furthermore, achieving a BioScore and gaining accreditation through Bioscore can enhance a company’s reputation, demonstrating a clear commitment to environmental responsibility and fostering greater customer loyalty.
Sam Hinchcliffe, CTO of Bioscore, emphasized the importance of this partnership: “Our collaboration with The ESG Institute integrates sustainability into the core of digital operations. Together, we provide businesses with the tools to significantly reduce their digital carbon footprint and meet the ever-increasing regulatory demands for sustainability reporting.”
Joanne Thurlow and Jaime Amoedo, Executive Directors and co-founders of The ESG Institute, commented, “Our partnership with Bioscore represents our continued commitment to empowering businesses with the latest solutions to drive sustainability. By leveraging Bioscore’s cutting-edge technology, we are helping organizations navigate the complexities of digital carbon emissions and adopt practices that lead to a greener, more sustainable future.”
The ability to monitor and report on emissions also provides a competitive edge in a market where consumers and regulators are increasingly focusing on sustainability. By making these efforts visible, companies can stand out, attract eco-conscious customers, and ensure compliance with future regulatory demands.
This collaboration offers businesses not only the tools they need to reduce their carbon footprint but also the opportunity to demonstrate leadership in the fight against climate change. The real-time data provided by Bioscore gives organizations the power to act quickly, make informed decisions, and create lasting change in the digital ecosystem.
Interested? Just drop us a message at mail@the-esg-institute.org and we will get back to you today.
