NEW YORK – September 27, 2023 – Carbon Direct, a company built to help organizations drive climate action, today announced that it has been named a top startup of 2023 by LinkedIn. This recognition places Carbon Direct among an elite list of the 50 most promising and groundbreaking startup companies in the United States.
Carbon Direct was founded in 2021 to drive real climate impact through scalable, science-based carbon management solutions. The company works with leading, climate-forward organizations including Microsoft, The Russell Family Foundation, and Boulder County, Colorado, providing scientifically rigorous carbon emissions footprinting and high-quality carbon dioxide removal that accelerates climate impact.
“Our place on the 2023 LinkedIn Top Startups List recognizes the reach and impact of our science-first approach, delivered by our passionate, dedicated, and hard-working team,” said Jonathan Goldberg, CEO of Carbon Direct. “It's more than just a ranking for us. It's a reminder that what we're doing matters and that every action we take has a ripple effect in creating more awareness around what businesses can do to become more sustainable.”
LinkedIn's Top Startups list highlights companies that are innovating in their respective fields, creating new job opportunities, and positioning themselves as leaders for the future. Companies are chosen based on data-driven criteria that considers employment growth, user engagement, and the ability to attract top talent, among other factors. For more information on the LinkedIn 2023 Top Startups list, please visit: https://lnkd.in/USTopStartups2023.
About Carbon Direct
Carbon Direct helps organizations go from climate goal to climate action. We combine technology with deep expertise in climate science, policy, and carbon markets to deliver carbon emission footprints, actionable reduction strategies, and high-quality carbon dioxide removal. With Carbon Direct, clients can set and equitably deliver on their climate commitments, streamline compliance, and manage risk through transparency and scientific credibility.
Our expertise is trusted by global climate leaders including Microsoft, American Express, and Alaska Airlines, as well as by the World Economic Forum, which selected Carbon Direct as an Implementation Partner for the First Movers Coalition. To learn more, visit www.carbon-direct.com.
Carbon Direct Contact:
Rachel Pepple
press@carbon-direct.com
