Diners Club International, commonly referred to as Diners Club, is a pioneering player in the global payment card industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1950, Diners Club revolutionised the way consumers engage with credit by introducing the first-ever charge card, setting a precedent for modern payment solutions. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Diners Club offers a range of premium services, including travel and entertainment benefits, exclusive access to events, and comprehensive rewards programmes. Its unique focus on customer experience and premium offerings has solidified its position as a leader in the charge card market. Notable achievements include being one of the first companies to establish a global acceptance network, making it a trusted choice for discerning consumers and businesses alike.
How does DINER'S CLUB's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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DINER'S CLUB's score of 58 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Diner's Club, headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The organisation is a current subsidiary of Diners Club International Ltd and inherits emissions data and climate commitments from its parent companies, notably Capital One Financial Corporation and Discover Financial Services. As part of its climate commitments, Diner's Club aligns with various sustainability initiatives, including the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). However, specific reduction targets or achievements have not been disclosed. The emissions data and performance metrics are cascaded from Capital One Financial Corporation at a third-level relationship and from Discover Financial Services at a second-level relationship. While no absolute emissions figures are provided, Diner's Club is part of a broader industry context that increasingly prioritises climate action and transparency. The organisation's commitment to sustainability is reflected in its association with these initiatives, although detailed metrics and specific targets remain unspecified.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 188,365,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 25,992,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
DINER'S CLUB's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 24% last year and increased significantly since 2012, 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 "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 83% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
DINER'S CLUB 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.