Baidu, Inc., commonly referred to as Baidu, is a leading technology company headquartered in Beijing, China. Founded in 2000, Baidu has established itself as a dominant player in the computer and related services industry, particularly in the realm of internet search and artificial intelligence. The company operates extensively across China and has expanded its influence in various global markets.
Baidu's core offerings include its renowned search engine, cloud services, and AI-driven solutions, which are distinguished by their advanced algorithms and user-centric design. Notable achievements include its significant market share in China's search engine sector and ongoing innovations in autonomous driving technology. With a commitment to enhancing digital experiences, Baidu continues to shape the future of technology in the region and beyond.
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Industry Intensity
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Industry performance
The Computer Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 11% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Baidu's reported carbon emissions
Baidu, a leading computer and related services company headquartered in China, has reported its carbon emissions for several years, detailing its commitment to climate action.
In 2024, Baidu's total carbon emissions amounted to approximately 2.25 billion kg CO2e. This figure is comprised of approximately 20.6 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions and approximately 899 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 emissions (market-based). Scope 3 emissions were reported at approximately 1.33 billion kg CO2e, with the use of sold products being the largest contributor within this scope.
For 2023, Baidu's total emissions were approximately 2.1 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were around 20 million kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were approximately 645 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions reached approximately 1.45 billion kg CO2e.
In 2022, Baidu's total emissions were approximately 2.32 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 20.3 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) at around 851 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions stood at approximately 1.3 billion kg CO2e.
Looking back to 2021, total emissions were approximately 1.78 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 16.4 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 (location-based) at approximately 601.7 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were approximately 1.17 billion kg CO2e.
In 2020, Baidu reported total emissions of approximately 490.8 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 5.97 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 468.2 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were approximately 16.6 million kg CO2e.
For 2019, the company's total emissions were approximately 325.8 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 combined at approximately 306 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were approximately 19.8 million kg CO2e.
Baidu's disclosed Scope 3 emissions include categories such as the use of sold products, upstream transportation and distribution, purchased goods and services, business travel, and employee commute. However, specific data for all Scope 3 categories is not always provided.
The company's climate commitments and reduction initiatives are detailed in its ESG reports, which are available via provided document URLs. While specific quantitative reduction targets are not detailed in the provided information, Baidu is committed to reporting its emissions across Scopes 1, 2, and 3, indicating an awareness of its environmental impact and a direction towards climate responsibility within the computer and related services sector.
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