Cielo
Cielo, officially known as Cielo S.A., is a leading payment solutions provider headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across Brazil and other Latin American regions. Founded in 1995, Cielo has established itself as a key player in the financial technology industry, specialising in electronic payment processing and point-of-sale solutions. The company offers a diverse range of services, including credit and debit card processing, mobile payments, and e-commerce solutions, distinguished by their commitment to innovation and customer service. Cielo's advanced technology and user-friendly platforms have positioned it as a market leader, recognised for its reliability and efficiency in facilitating transactions for businesses of all sizes. With a strong focus on enhancing the payment experience, Cielo continues to drive growth and transformation in the digital payments landscape.
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Cielo's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Cielo reported total carbon emissions of approximately 28,902,160 kg CO2e, a decrease from about 34,010,490 kg CO2e in 2023. The emissions breakdown for 2024 includes 5,815,260 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 96,860 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 22,990,040 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This trend indicates a commitment to reducing overall emissions, particularly in Scope 1 and Scope 3 categories. Cielo has set near-term climate commitments, as evidenced by their participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), where they are classified as "Committed." However, they have not yet established a net-zero target. The company operates within the professional services sector and is headquartered in the United States. The emissions data reflects a corporate responsibility towards sustainability, with a focus on reducing carbon footprints across all scopes. Cielo's emissions data is sourced directly from Cielo S.A., ensuring accuracy and relevance in their climate reporting.
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| 2015 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,778,480 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 498,070 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 11,045,260 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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