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.
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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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Akamai Technologies's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Akamai Technologies reported total carbon emissions of approximately 112,701,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, alongside 54,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, including 65,900,000 kg CO2e from capital goods and 56,300,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. Akamai has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for 100% emissions mitigation in its delivery and security business segments by 2030. This includes a commitment to power its global operations with 100% renewable energy by the same year. The company is also focused on achieving net-zero emissions across all operations, with specific targets for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, recognising the challenges in addressing Scope 3 emissions. In 2022, Akamai's total emissions were reported at approximately 136,000,000 kg CO2e in the US, with Scope 2 emissions contributing 92,000,000 kg CO2e. The company is actively working towards its net-zero goals, which encompass all network operations emissions in Scope 1 and Scope 2, as well as a portion of upstream emissions in Scope 3. Akamai's long-term strategy includes a commitment to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. The company has signed the Amazon Climate Pledge, further solidifying its dedication to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2016 | 2017 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 15,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000 | - | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 42,985,000 | 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 | 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 | 000,000,000 |
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