Edenred, a global leader in digital payment solutions, is headquartered in France and operates extensively across Europe, Latin America, and Asia. Founded in 1962, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones such as its IPO in 2010 and the acquisition of various fintech firms to enhance its service offerings. Specialising in employee benefits, expense management, and incentive solutions, Edenred's core products include meal vouchers, gift cards, and mobility solutions. What sets Edenred apart is its innovative digital platforms that streamline transactions and enhance user experience. With a strong market position, Edenred serves millions of users and partners with thousands of businesses, solidifying its reputation as a trusted provider in the employee benefits and corporate services industry.
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In 2024, Edenred reported total carbon emissions of approximately 122.1 million kg CO2e, comprising 6.6 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1.4 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 114.0 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a slight increase from 2023, when total emissions were approximately 110.4 million kg CO2e. Edenred has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 51.4% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2050. For Scope 3 emissions, Edenred targets a reduction of 55% per million EUR value added by 2030 and 97% by 2050. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Edenred's commitment to sustainable practices within the software and services sector. The company is on track to meet its near-term goals, demonstrating a proactive approach to addressing climate change.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,228,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,868,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Edenred's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 12% last year and increased by approximately 17% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 57% 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.
Edenred has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.


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