Coursera Inc., a leading online learning platform headquartered in the United States, was founded in 2012 by Stanford professors Andrew Ng and Daphne Koller. The company operates globally, providing access to high-quality education across various regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Specialising in massive open online courses (MOOCs), Coursera partners with top universities and organisations to offer a diverse range of courses, specialisations, and degrees. What sets Coursera apart is its commitment to delivering flexible, accessible learning experiences that cater to both individual learners and corporate clients. With millions of users worldwide, Coursera has established itself as a prominent player in the edtech industry, achieving significant milestones such as partnerships with prestigious institutions and the introduction of professional certificates. Its innovative approach to online education continues to reshape the landscape of lifelong learning.
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In 2024, Coursera reported total emissions of approximately 221,000 kg CO2e, comprising 71,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 150,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marks a notable commitment to monitoring and minimising their environmental impact, particularly through their remote-first work model. In 2023, the company recorded emissions of about 183,000 kg CO2e, all from Scope 2, indicating a focus on reducing purchased electricity emissions, which accounted for 135,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2022, saw emissions of approximately 226,000 kg CO2e, again primarily from Scope 2. Coursera has set reduction targets for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, aiming to achieve these reductions by 2025. Their commitment reflects a broader industry trend towards sustainability and carbon neutrality, aligning with global climate goals.
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2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | - | - | - | 00,000 |
Scope 2 | 325,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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Coursera is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.