Appen Sustainability Profile
Appen, officially known as Appen Limited, is a leading provider of human-annotated data for machine learning and artificial intelligence. Headquartered in Australia, the company operates globally, with significant presence in North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1996, Appen has achieved notable milestones, including its successful IPO in 2015, which solidified its position in the tech industry. Specialising in data collection, data annotation, and linguistic services, Appen offers unique solutions that enhance AI training processes. Their extensive crowd-sourced workforce ensures high-quality, diverse data tailored to client needs. Recognised for its commitment to quality and innovation, Appen has established itself as a trusted partner for major tech companies, contributing significantly to advancements in AI and machine learning technologies.
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Appen's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Appen, headquartered in Australia, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 14,737,000 kg CO2e globally. This figure includes 283,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from stationary combustion, and 1,945,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, which are associated with purchased electricity. Notably, Scope 3 emissions accounted for about 12,509,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services (approximately 9,511,000 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (about 1,608,000 kg CO2e). In Australia, Appen's Scope 2 emissions were reported at approximately 37,900 kg CO2e for the same year. In the UK, the company recorded Scope 1 emissions of about 6,500 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 18,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Appen has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across its operations by 2025, specifically targeting Scope 1 emissions. Additionally, the company has committed to long-term science-based targets (SBTi) for all scopes, with a goal to achieve these by 2050. The data presented is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that Appen's emissions reporting and climate commitments are independently sourced.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 226,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,051,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 15,070,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Appen's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Appen's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 7% last year and decreased by approximately 17% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 76% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Appen's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Appen has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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