Adyen
Adyen N.V., a leading global payment company headquartered in the Netherlands, has established itself as a key player in the fintech industry since its founding in 2006. With a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific, Adyen offers a comprehensive suite of payment solutions that streamline transactions for businesses of all sizes. The company’s core products include a unified payments platform that supports online, mobile, and in-store payments, distinguished by its seamless integration and real-time data capabilities. Adyen's commitment to innovation has earned it a reputation for reliability and efficiency, making it a preferred choice for major brands worldwide. Notable achievements include partnerships with industry giants and recognition for its robust security measures, positioning Adyen as a trusted leader in the global payments landscape.
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Adyen's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Adyen, headquartered in the Netherlands (NL), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 80,612,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 626,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 3,748,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 76,238,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from purchased goods and services (32,794,000 kg CO2e), business travel (15,938,000 kg CO2e), and the use of sold products (17,283,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2023, Adyen's total emissions were about 71,766,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 134,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at 2,436,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 69,197,000 kg CO2e. This indicates an increase in total emissions year-on-year, primarily driven by Scope 3 emissions. Adyen has committed to maintaining its status as a carbon-neutral company by offsetting emissions that cannot yet be reduced. This commitment applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, with a target timeframe from 2023 to 2025. The company aims to implement these measures as part of its near-term climate strategy. No data has been cascaded from a parent or related organization, and all emissions data is sourced directly from Adyen N.V. The company continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint while addressing the challenges associated with its extensive Scope 3 emissions.
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| 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 113,570 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,826,810 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 8,080,970 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Adyen 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.
