Afterpay Limited
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.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Benchmark
Afterpay Limited's score of 16 is lower than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Afterpay Limited's reported carbon emissions
In 2019, Afterpay Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 175,150 kg CO2e. This figure includes about 1,790 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 173,360 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Notably, the company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives, Afterpay is committed to addressing its carbon footprint. The company has not outlined any formal climate pledges or targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). As a global player headquartered in Australia, Afterpay's emissions data reflects its operational impact, and the company is positioned within an industry increasingly focused on sustainability and climate responsibility.
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| 2019 | |
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| Scope 1 | 1,790 |
| Scope 2 | 173,360 |
| Scope 3 | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Afterpay Limited is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
