Okta
Okta, Inc., a leading identity and access management provider, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2009, Okta has established itself as a pivotal player in the cybersecurity industry, focusing on secure user authentication and identity management solutions. With a strong presence in North America and expanding operations in Europe and Asia, Okta serves a diverse range of sectors, including technology, finance, and healthcare. The company's core offerings, such as Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and Lifecycle Management, are designed to enhance security while simplifying user experiences. Okta's unique approach to identity management, which integrates seamlessly with various applications and platforms, sets it apart in a competitive market. Recognised for its innovation, Okta has achieved significant milestones, including a successful IPO in 2017, solidifying its position as a trusted leader in the identity management landscape.
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Industry Benchmark
Okta's score of 50 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Okta's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Okta reported total carbon emissions of approximately 75,051,000 kg CO2e, with no emissions from Scope 1. The company’s Scope 2 emissions amounted to about 1,760,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions were significantly higher at approximately 74,727,000 kg CO2e. Notably, in 2020, Okta's total emissions were about 49,889,000 kg CO2e, indicating a substantial increase over the years. Okta has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 67% by FY2030, using FY2020 as the baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions related to business travel and employee commuting by the same year. Furthermore, Okta is committed to ensuring that 65% of its suppliers, based on spend for purchased goods and services and capital goods, will have science-based targets by FY2027. These initiatives align with industry standards for climate action, reflecting Okta's dedication to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the software and services sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 1,352,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 48,537,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Okta 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.
