Afterpay Limited, commonly referred to as Afterpay, is a leading player in the buy now, pay later (BNPL) industry, headquartered in Australia. Founded in 2014, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across major markets, including the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Afterpay's innovative platform allows consumers to make purchases and pay for them in instalments, enhancing financial flexibility while promoting responsible spending.
With a focus on seamless integration for retailers, Afterpay has established itself as a preferred payment option for both consumers and merchants. The company's unique approach to BNPL has garnered significant attention, positioning it as a market leader with millions of active users globally. Notable achievements include partnerships with major retailers and a commitment to enhancing the shopping experience through technology-driven solutions.
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Afterpay Limited’s score of 52 is higher than 62% 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
Computer Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Computer Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 11% since 2018
Reported emissions
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Afterpay Limited's reported carbon emissions
Afterpay Limited, headquartered in Australia, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Block, Inc., which influences its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As a part of this corporate family, Afterpay's climate initiatives and targets are aligned with those set by Block, Inc.
While there are no documented reduction targets or specific emissions figures for Afterpay, the overarching commitments from Block, Inc. may include industry-standard climate initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). These initiatives aim to drive significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes, including Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.
As of now, Afterpay has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or climate pledges. The absence of detailed emissions data and reduction initiatives highlights the need for further transparency in their environmental impact and sustainability efforts.
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Afterpay Limited’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Inherited from Block, Inc.
Carbon Disclosure Project
Inherited from Block, Inc.
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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