Akamai Technologies
Akamai Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of cloud services for delivering, optimising, and securing online content, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1998, Akamai has established itself as a pivotal player in the content delivery network (CDN) industry, with a robust presence across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. The company’s core offerings include web performance, cloud security, and media delivery solutions, which are distinguished by their scalability and reliability. Akamai's unique edge computing capabilities enable businesses to enhance user experiences while ensuring robust security against cyber threats. With a market position bolstered by a vast global network, Akamai has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner for enterprises seeking to optimise their digital presence.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Akamai Technologies's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Industry Benchmark
Akamai Technologies's score of 39 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Akamai Technologies's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Akamai Technologies reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 2 emissions totalling approximately 112,701,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at about 73,700,000 kg CO2e. This reflects the company's ongoing commitment to transparency in its environmental impact. In the previous year, 2022, Akamai's total emissions in the US reached approximately 136,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions accounting for about 92,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions contributing approximately 44,000,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a focus on reducing emissions across various scopes, particularly in Scope 2, which encompasses indirect emissions from purchased electricity. Akamai has signed the Climate Pledge, committing to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. This pledge aligns with their broader sustainability goals and reflects their dedication to addressing climate change. The company continues to explore initiatives aimed at reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing its sustainability practices.
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Add to project| 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 15,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | - | 0,000 | - | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 42,985,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 55,111,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Akamai Technologies is committed to some 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.
