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Appen, officially known as Appen Limited, is a leading provider in the computer and related services industry, headquartered in Australia. Founded in 1996, the company has established itself as a key player in the field of data collection and annotation, essential for training artificial intelligence and machine learning models. With a global presence, Appen operates in major regions including North America, Europe, and Asia, catering to a diverse clientele.
The company offers unique services such as data sourcing, data annotation, and linguistic consulting, which are crucial for enhancing AI capabilities. Appen's commitment to quality and its extensive crowd of skilled contributors set it apart in the competitive landscape. Recognised for its innovative approach, Appen has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its market position as a trusted partner for organisations seeking to leverage AI technology effectively.
69
DitchCarbon score
+30 vs industry average
Appen’s score of 69 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Low
Computer Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.246
20182025
The Computer Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 11% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Appen's reported carbon emissions
Appen, a company operating in computer and related services (72) with its headquarters in Australia (AU), has established climate commitments focused on achieving net-zero emissions.
Emissions Overview:
- 2025: Appen reported total emissions of approximately 14.6 billion kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of about 12,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 2.6 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 11.9 billion kg CO2e. Key Scope 3 contributors included purchased goods and services (about 10 billion kg CO2e) and upstream leased assets (about 1 million kg CO2e).
- 2024: Total emissions for 2024 were approximately 14.7 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were around 283,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were about 1.9 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions amounted to approximately 12.5 billion kg CO2e.
- 2023: The company reported total emissions of about 15.5 billion kg CO2e in 2023. This comprised Scope 1 emissions of roughly 309,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1.6 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 13.5 billion kg CO2e.
- 2022: Appen's total emissions in 2022 were approximately 17.4 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 263,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were close to 1.5 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 15.7 billion kg CO2e.
- 2021: For 2021, Appen disclosed Scope 1 emissions of about 226,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1.1 billion kg CO2e, for a combined total of about 1.3 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were not disclosed for this year.
Climate Commitments and Targets:
Appen has set a significant target to achieve net zero across its operations and supply chain by 2030. This commitment was reiterated in reports from 2022, 2023, and 2025. The company previously aimed for net-zero emissions across its operations by 2025, as stated in a 2023 announcement.
Furthermore, Appen is a participant in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), with a long-term commitment towards net-zero emissions by 2050, covering all scopes. The company's SBTi status is categorised as a "BA1.5 member," indicating alignment with a 1.5°C warming scenario.
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Appen’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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