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.
+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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Industry Intensity
Software Publishers is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Software Publishers industry has reduced its overall emissions by 22% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
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 goals2025
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.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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