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Ecosia
Berlin, DEImpact-drivenNon-Profit EnterpriseClimate & Environmental ProtectionDigital & IT
Impact3Sustainability Goals
LocationBerlin
About us
Ecosia is a search engine dedicating 100% of its profits to the planet, primarily funding tree-planting projects to combat climate change. The organization has planted over 251 million trees and invested more than €101 million in climate action. Ecosia operates "beyond neutral" by producing more clean energy than it consumes, and also offers an AI Chat feature and its own browser. As a certified B-Corporation, Ecosia upholds high standards of transparency and sustainability.
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Sustainability Goals
Climate Action
Profits Invested in Global Climate Action
Ecosia dedicates 100% of its profits to climate action, primarily funding tree-planting projects globally to combat climate change and mitigate its impacts.
Life on Land
Restoring Habitats through Reforestation
The organization has planted over 251 million trees, focusing on restoring biodiversity hotspots by cultivating over 900 different native species in collaboration with local communities.
Affordable & Clean Energy
Generating More Renewable Energy Than Consumed
Ecosia produces more clean energy than it consumes for all its searches and AI queries, actively contributing to an increase in renewable energy within the grid.
FAQs
Q1What is Ecosia's core mission and impact?+
Ecosia is a search engine dedicated to environmental action, committing 100% of its profits to the planet, primarily funding tree-planting projects to combat climate change. The organization has planted over 251 million trees and dedicated more than €101 million to climate action. It collaborates with local communities in over 35 countries to restore biodiversity.
Q2How does Ecosia manage its energy consumption and sustainability?+
Ecosia operates "beyond neutral" by producing more clean energy than it consumes for all its searches and AI queries, thereby increasing renewable energy in the grid. The organization also utilizes smaller, energy-efficient AI models.
Q3How transparent is Ecosia regarding its finances and operations?+
Ecosia publishes monthly financial reports, offering full transparency on its income and expenditure. As a certified B-Corporation, Ecosia commits to stringent standards for social and environmental performance, public transparency, and legal accountability.
Q4What products does Ecosia offer in addition to its search engine?+
Beyond its primary search engine, Ecosia also provides an AI Chat feature and a dedicated Ecosia Browser. All these products are developed with a strong emphasis on sustainability.
Q5How does Ecosia handle user privacy?+
Ecosia prioritizes user privacy, collecting only data essential for product functionality. This ensures a privacy-friendly approach for its users.
Q6Which UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) does Ecosia primarily support?+
Ecosia primarily supports UN Sustainable Development Goal 13, "Climate Action." Secondary relevant goals include 15, "Life on Land," and 7, "Affordable and Clean Energy."
Q7Where is Ecosia headquartered?+
Ecosia is headquartered in Berlin, Germany.
