DoorDash, officially known as DoorDash, Inc., is a leading on-demand food delivery service headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2013, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across major regions, including North America and parts of Australia. Specialising in connecting consumers with local restaurants, DoorDash has revolutionised the food delivery industry through its user-friendly app and extensive network of delivery drivers, known as Dashers. With a focus on convenience and speed, DoorDash offers unique features such as DashPass, a subscription service that provides customers with reduced delivery fees. The company has achieved significant milestones, including its IPO in 2020, solidifying its position as a market leader. Recognised for its innovative approach, DoorDash continues to shape the future of food delivery, making it a go-to choice for millions of customers.
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In 2022, DoorDash reported total carbon emissions of approximately 22,877,000 kg CO2e, comprising 3,565,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 18,727,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marked an increase from 2021, when the company emitted about 6,773,000 kg CO2e, with 1,078,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 5,793,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Despite the increase in emissions, DoorDash has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing its carbon footprint. The absence of Scope 3 emissions data suggests a potential area for future reporting and improvement. As a company headquartered in the US, DoorDash is part of a growing trend in the food delivery industry to address climate change, although specific commitments or pledges have not been detailed in the available information.
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2021 | 2022 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,078,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 5,793,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - |
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Doordash 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.