UOL
UOL, or Universo Online, is a leading Brazilian internet services and digital content provider headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil. Founded in 1996, UOL has established itself as a key player in the Brazilian digital landscape, offering a diverse range of services including web hosting, online payment solutions, and digital advertising. With a strong presence across major operational regions in Brazil, UOL caters to millions of users, providing unique products such as its robust cloud services and comprehensive news portal. The company has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the first to offer broadband internet in Brazil, solidifying its market position as a trusted provider. UOL's commitment to innovation and quality has earned it numerous accolades, making it a prominent name in the internet and technology industry.
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UOL's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, UOL reported total carbon emissions of approximately 33,269,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and Scope 2 sources combined. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 1,238,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions accounted for approximately 32,031,000 kg CO2e. Additionally, UOL's Scope 3 emissions totalled around 18,361,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from downstream leased assets (approximately 11,934,000 kg CO2e) and fuel and energy-related activities (about 5,632,000 kg CO2e). In 2022, UOL's emissions were slightly higher, with a total of about 34,103,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and Scope 2, comprising 1,261,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 32,842,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Scope 3 emissions for that year reached approximately 20,213,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, UOL has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further clarity on their long-term sustainability strategies. UOL's emissions intensity metrics indicate a focus on improving efficiency, with GHG emissions intensity by guest night at 9.3 kg CO2e in 2023. Overall, UOL's emissions data highlights the company's significant carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 2 emissions, while also indicating an opportunity for enhanced climate action and transparency in their sustainability commitments.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,638,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 38,704,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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UOL is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
