Autodesk Sustainability Profile
Autodesk, Inc., a leading software company headquartered in the United States, has been at the forefront of design and engineering innovation since its founding in 1982. Renowned for its comprehensive suite of software solutions, Autodesk primarily serves the architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing, and media industries. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Autodesk offers core products such as AutoCAD, Revit, and Fusion 360, which are distinguished by their user-friendly interfaces and powerful capabilities. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of cloud-based services that enhance collaboration and efficiency. As a market leader, Autodesk continues to shape the future of design and engineering, empowering professionals to create sustainable and innovative solutions across various sectors.
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Autodesk's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Autodesk reported total carbon emissions of approximately 155.1 million kg CO2e, comprising 1,080,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 7,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 154 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2031 from a FY2020 baseline. Additionally, Autodesk aims to decrease Scope 3 emissions related to purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, business travel, and employee commuting by 55% per dollar of gross profit over the same period. Autodesk's long-term goals include achieving net zero emissions by 2050, with specific targets for Scope 1 and 2 emissions reductions of 85% by 2050. The company also plans to ensure that 26.5% of its suppliers, covering emissions from purchased goods and services and business travel, will have science-based targets by FY2027. Furthermore, Autodesk is committed to sourcing 100% renewable electricity annually through FY2031. These initiatives reflect Autodesk's dedication to sustainability and its alignment with industry standards for climate action, as evidenced by its participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
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| 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,250,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 18,100,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | 279,211,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Autodesk's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Autodesk's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 0% last year and decreased by approximately 45% since 2009, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 60% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Autodesk'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.
Autodesk 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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