right. based on science GmbH
right. based on science GmbH
editAbout Us
editright. based on science GmbH, founded in 2016 in Frankfurt am Main, is an innovative company that specializes in the development of climate metrics and software. The company was established by Hannah Helmke and Dr. Sebastian Müller with the clear goal of decoupling economic success from CO2 emissions and helping companies meet the requirements of the Paris Climate Agreement.
Key Products and Services
editThe core of right. based on science is the X-Degree Compatibility (XDC) model, a scientifically based and peer-reviewed model that calculates a company's, investment portfolio's, or other economic units' contribution to global warming in degrees Celsius. This model enables customers to analyze the climate impacts of their economic activities, fulfill reporting obligations, and define effective climate strategies. The software covers all direct and indirect emissions in Scopes 1, 2, and 3 according to the Greenhouse Gas Protocol and provides tools such as the XDC Climate Impact Report and the XDC Scenario Explorer to assess investments and business decisions for their climate impact[2][3][4].
Main Mission and Values
editThe mission of right. based on science is to support companies and financial market participants in understanding their climate impact and aligning their business with the goal of limiting global warming to below 2°C. The company stands for a science-based approach and aims to mitigate material risks and maintain a lasting License-to-Operate. right. based on science believes that the new standard in the market will be °C and is working to create maximum transparency regarding the opportunities and risks of climate change[1][2][4].
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editright. based on science is actively committed to sustainability and climate protection. The company helps its clients define a path from their current situation to a desired goal in the future, such as Net Zero in a specific year. Through the work of right., the business case for science-based emission targets is strengthened, directly contributing to closing the gap between current emission target pathways and scientifically recommended goals. The company is also involved in research projects, such as the right.open project, to further develop the XDC model and integrate additional sustainability factors such as water consumption and pollution[2][3][4].
Values and Social Responsibility
editright. based on science stands for social fairness and inclusion. The company aims to promote a society in which every person can participate equally and self-determined, regardless of appearance, language, or physical limitations. By imparting knowledge and raising awareness about current situations and actions in the field of climate protection, the company aims to contribute to making the world a little better[1].