Akamai Technologies
Akamai Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of cloud services for delivering, optimising, and securing online content, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1998, Akamai has established itself as a pivotal player in the content delivery network (CDN) industry, with a robust presence across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. The company’s core offerings include web performance, cloud security, and media delivery solutions, which are distinguished by their scalability and reliability. Akamai's unique edge computing capabilities enable businesses to enhance user experiences while ensuring robust security against cyber threats. With a market position bolstered by a vast global network, Akamai has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner for enterprises seeking to optimise their digital presence.
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Akamai Technologies's score of 51 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Akamai Technologies's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Akamai Technologies reported total carbon emissions of approximately 136,000,000 kg CO2e in the US, with Scope 2 emissions accounting for about 92,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions contributing around 44,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as part of its long-term strategy. In 2021, Akamai's emissions in the US were about 104,000,000 kg CO2e, all from Scope 2, indicating a focus on reducing indirect emissions associated with energy consumption. The company has also engaged with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to formalise its climate goals, committing to net-zero emissions starting from 2023. Akamai's emissions per Gbps capacity have shown a decreasing trend, with figures reported at 290 kg CO2e per Gbps in 2022, reflecting ongoing efforts to enhance energy efficiency and reduce carbon output. The company is actively participating in climate pledges, including signing the Amazon Climate Pledge in June 2024, further solidifying its commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,000 | - | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 99,893,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 93,933,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Akamai Technologies is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
