Confluent Sustainability Profile
Confluent, Inc., a leading provider of event streaming solutions, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America and Europe. Founded in 2014 by the creators of Apache Kafka, Confluent has rapidly established itself in the data management industry, focusing on real-time data integration and processing. The company's flagship product, Confluent Platform, enhances Apache Kafka with additional tools and services, enabling organisations to harness the power of real-time data streams. This unique offering positions Confluent as a pivotal player in the market, catering to businesses seeking to modernise their data architectures. With significant milestones, including a successful IPO in 2021, Confluent has garnered recognition for its innovative approach and robust solutions, solidifying its status as a trusted partner for enterprises navigating the complexities of data-driven decision-making.
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Confluent's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Confluent, headquartered in the US, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 42,367,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 77,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 461,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 41,829,000 kg CO2e. Notably, business travel accounted for about 18,284,000 kg CO2e, while purchased goods and services contributed approximately 14,320,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, Confluent's total emissions were about 29,935,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at around 34,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 312,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 29,589,000 kg CO2e. The 2021 data indicated total emissions of approximately 15,582,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions at about 34,000 kg CO2e and 350,000 kg CO2e, respectively. Despite the increase in emissions from 2022 to 2023, Confluent has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives. The company does not appear to have cascaded emissions data from a parent organisation, and there are no reported commitments to initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. Overall, Confluent's emissions profile highlights the significant impact of Scope 3 emissions, particularly from business travel and purchased goods, underscoring the need for comprehensive strategies to address carbon footprints across all scopes.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 34,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 350,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 15,582,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Confluent's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Confluent's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 41% last year and increased by approximately 168% since 2021, 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 "Business Travel" being the largest emissions source at 44% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Confluent'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.
Confluent has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
