edX Sustainability Profile
edX, officially known as edX Inc., is a leading online learning platform headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2012 by Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), edX has rapidly evolved into a prominent player in the education technology industry, offering a diverse range of courses across various disciplines. With a focus on high-quality, accessible education, edX provides Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs), MicroMasters programmes, and professional certificates. Its unique collaboration with top universities and institutions ensures that learners receive world-class content tailored to meet the demands of today’s job market. Recognised for its innovative approach to online learning, edX has reached millions of learners globally, solidifying its position as a trusted resource for professional development and lifelong learning.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
edX's score of 32 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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edX's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, edX reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 72,925,000 kg CO2e. The organisation's Scope 3 emissions were notably higher, with processing of sold products contributing about 4,326,522,000 kg CO2e, and purchased goods and services adding approximately 10,220,000 kg CO2e. Other notable Scope 3 emissions included fuel and energy-related activities at about 17,002,000 kg CO2e, upstream transportation and distribution at approximately 441,000 kg CO2e, and downstream transportation and distribution at about 569,042,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, edX's emissions were also substantial, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 78,518,000 kg CO2e. The global emissions for the same year included Scope 1 emissions of about 174,516,800 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 242,156,100 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 3,559,753,300 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, edX has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets. The organisation's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, edX Inc., and is part of a broader corporate family relationship with 2U, LLC, which provides additional context for its emissions reporting. Overall, while edX has made strides in transparency regarding its carbon footprint, the lack of defined reduction targets highlights an area for potential improvement in its climate strategy.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 186,466,900 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 264,717,500 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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edX'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.
edX 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.
