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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In 2024, Appen reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 283,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,945,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 12,509,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a significant increase in emissions compared to 2023, where the global total was about 13,515,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 309,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 1,631,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 13,515,000 kg CO2e. 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 net zero targets across all scopes by 2050, as part of its Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that all reported figures are directly from Appen Limited. As a corporate entity based in Australia, Appen is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint while adhering to industry standards for climate action.
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2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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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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