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Software PublishersUnited StatesNASDAQ: ADBE
Last verified 4 months agoadobe.com

Adobe Inc., commonly referred to simply as Adobe, is a leading software publisher headquartered in the United States. Established in 1982, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the digital media and creative software industry, serving customers worldwide. Adobe’s core offerings include industry-standard products such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat, which are renowned for their innovative features and versatility in creative and document management tasks.

With a strong presence across North America, Europe, and other regions, Adobe has cemented its position as a market leader in digital design, multimedia, and document solutions. Its commitment to continuous innovation and strategic acquisitions has helped Adobe maintain a competitive edge, making it a trusted name among professionals and enterprises alike.

98
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+51 vs industry average

Adobe’s score of 98 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Adobe’s sustainability team

Angie Bush

Angie Bush

Global Head of Technology for Good | CSR & Sustainability

Kati Kallins

Kati Kallins

Global Head of Sustainability

Industry Intensity

Very Low

Software Publishers is among the least carbon-intensive industries

Industry performance

0.269
20182025

The Software Publishers industry has reduced its overall emissions by 22% since 2018

Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028

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Reported emissions

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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Adobe's reported carbon emissions

Adobe's carbon emissions reporting for 2025 indicates a Scope 1 total of approximately 7,421,000 kg CO2e and a market-based Scope 2 total of approximately 3,119,000 kg CO2e. The company's Scope 3 emissions for the same year were approximately 473,870,000 kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services being the largest contributor at about 446,829,000 kg CO2e.

In 2024, Adobe reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 7,218,000 kg CO2e and a market-based Scope 2 total of approximately 19,602,000 kg CO2e. Their Scope 3 emissions for 2024 totalled approximately 473,702,000 kg CO2e.

For 2023, Adobe's Scope 1 emissions were around 7,649,000 kg CO2e, and its market-based Scope 2 emissions were approximately 22,950,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 total for 2023 was approximately 612,099,000 kg CO2e.

Adobe has established several climate commitments and reduction targets. They aim for a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by FY2030, using FY2022 as a base year. Additionally, they are working towards a 52% reduction in Scope 3 GHG emissions per USD value added by FY2030, also from a FY2022 base year. The company has committed to achieving net-zero GHG emissions across its value chain by FY2050. Earlier targets included a 35% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2025 compared to FY2018 levels, and a 30% reduction in Scope 3 business travel emissions over the same period. They also aim for 55% of their suppliers to have science-based targets by 2025.

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Adobe’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

2 goals

2025

35% reduction in Scope 1

35% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025 (from FY 2018 baseline) We are committed to meeting our net zero target by 2050.

On track35%

2030

62% reduction in total GHG

Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.

At risk48%

2040

50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity

Across purchased goods and services and logistics.

Behind target22%

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Scope 3 top emissions categories

6 of 15 categories disclosed
Purchased Goods & Services84%
Business Travel8%
Capital Goods4%
Employee Commuting2%
Fuel & Energy Activities2%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution0%
Purchased Goods & Services84%
Business Travel8%
Capital Goods4%
Employee Commuting2%
Fuel & Energy Activities2%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution0%

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Climate initiatives

SCIENCE BASED TARGETS

Science Based Targets Initiative

FY2030 targetSee details
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CDP

Carbon Disclosure Project

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THE CLIMATE PLEDGE

The Climate Pledge

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United Nations Global Compact

UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative

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RE 100

RE 100

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Climate Action 100+

Climate Action 100

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Emissions comparison with industry peers

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Adobe logoAdobe
USSoftware Publishers
4 months ago
98
Microsoft logoMicrosoft
USComputer Services
7 hours ago
94
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Alphabet logoAlphabet
USComputer Services
7 hours ago
91
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Autodesk logoAutodesk
USComputer Services
7 hours ago
85
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Atlassian logoAtlassian
AUComputer Services
7 hours ago
82
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Oracle logoOracle
USComputer Services
7 hours ago
82
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Intuit logoIntuit
USComputer Services
7 hours ago
78
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Frequently asked questions

Common questions about Adobe’s sustainability data and climate commitments

Adobe's estimated carbon emissions for 2024 are approximately 16 million metric tons of CO₂e. This figure includes all operational scopes, with Scope 3 emissions being the largest contributor at around 15 million metric tons, which accounts for nearly all of the company's total footprint. Scope 2 emissions are roughly 3.1 million metric tons, and Scope 1 emissions are close to 7,200 metric tons. These numbers reflect Adobe's comprehensive emissions reporting and highlight the significant impact of supply chain activities in their overall carbon footprint.

Data year: 2024

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