Appen
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 score of 68 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Appen's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Appen reported total carbon emissions of approximately 14,442,000 kg CO2e, comprising 309,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 1,637,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 13,515,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their carbon footprint across all scopes. Appen has set a long-term target to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, as part of their commitment to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This commitment encompasses all scopes of emissions, demonstrating their dedication to comprehensive climate action. In 2022, the company reported total emissions of approximately 17,392,000 kg CO2e, indicating a focus on reducing their carbon footprint over time. Their emissions data highlights the significant contribution of Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for the majority of their total emissions. Overall, Appen's climate commitments and emissions data reflect a proactive approach to sustainability, aiming for substantial reductions in their carbon impact as they work towards their net-zero goal.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 226,000 | 00,000,000 | 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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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Appen 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.
