Blackbaud
Blackbaud, Inc., a leading provider of software and services for the non-profit sector, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1981, the company has established itself as a key player in the social good industry, offering innovative solutions that empower organisations to maximise their impact. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, Blackbaud focuses on areas such as fundraising, financial management, and donor engagement. Its core products, including Blackbaud CRM and Raiser’s Edge, are renowned for their user-friendly interfaces and robust analytics capabilities, setting them apart in a competitive market. Recognised for its commitment to social responsibility, Blackbaud has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for non-profits worldwide.
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Blackbaud's score of 19 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Blackbaud's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Blackbaud reported total carbon emissions of approximately 17,989,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 9,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 611,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 17,369,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses various categories such as purchased goods and services, employee commute, and business travel. Over the years, Blackbaud has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 6,420,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2, indicating a reduction from 12,240,000 kg CO2e in 2021. This trend reflects a broader effort to manage and mitigate emissions across its operations. Despite these reductions, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by Blackbaud, which suggests a need for further commitment to formal climate initiatives. The company operates within a global context where many organisations are increasingly setting science-based targets to align with climate goals.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 00,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Blackbaud is not committed to any 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.
