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 22 is higher than 92% 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, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 309,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,637,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 13,560,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their carbon footprint, particularly in the context of their operations in Australia. Appen has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. They are actively engaged in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and have committed to reducing emissions across all scopes. Their near-term target status is marked as "Committed," indicating a proactive approach to climate action. In 2022, Appen's total emissions were about 17,392,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for approximately 15,654,000 kg CO2e. This highlights the importance of addressing indirect emissions in their sustainability strategy. Overall, Appen's climate commitments and emissions data underscore their dedication to reducing their environmental impact while navigating the challenges of a growing global business.
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Add to project| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 226,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,051,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 15,070,000 | 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.
