Global Payments
Global Payments Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a leading provider in the financial technology sector, specialising in payment processing solutions. Founded in 2000, the company has established a strong presence across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, serving a diverse range of industries. With a focus on innovation, Global Payments offers a suite of core services, including merchant acquiring, payment gateway solutions, and integrated software solutions. Their unique approach combines advanced technology with customer-centric services, enabling businesses to streamline transactions and enhance customer experiences. Recognised for its robust market position, Global Payments has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its global footprint. As a trusted partner for businesses of all sizes, Global Payments continues to drive growth and transformation in the payments landscape.
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Global Payments's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Global Payments reported total carbon emissions of approximately 56,312,000 kg CO2e, comprising 5,602,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 50,710,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions, which totalled about 432,173,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant reliance on indirect emissions, particularly from purchased goods and services, which accounted for approximately 170,608,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, Global Payments' emissions were approximately 60,032,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 5,180,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 54,852,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were about 566,954,000 kg CO2e, highlighting a consistent trend of high indirect emissions. The company has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. However, their emissions data reflects ongoing monitoring and disclosure practices, aligning with industry standards for transparency in climate impact reporting.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,721,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 43,111,000 | 00,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Global Payments 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.
