Equifax
Equifax Inc., a leading global data, analytics, and technology company, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1899, Equifax has established itself as a key player in the credit reporting industry, providing essential services across North America, Europe, and Asia. The company offers a range of core products, including credit reports, identity verification, and risk assessment solutions, which are distinguished by their advanced analytics and comprehensive data insights. With a strong market position, Equifax has achieved notable milestones, such as the development of innovative identity protection services and partnerships that enhance consumer trust. As a trusted source for credit information, Equifax continues to empower businesses and consumers alike, ensuring informed financial decisions in an ever-evolving marketplace.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Equifax'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Equifax's score of 44 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Equifax's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Equifax reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 26,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,172,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 24,203,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, including 212,903,000 kg CO2e from capital goods and 3,749,000 kg CO2e from business travel. Equifax has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 54.6% by 2032, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company plans for 73% of its suppliers, based on spend for purchased goods and services and capital goods, to establish science-based targets by 2027. These targets align with the necessary reductions to limit global warming to 1.5°C, demonstrating Equifax's commitment to addressing climate change and enhancing sustainability within its operations and supply chain.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 847,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 30,385,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 9,227,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Equifax is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
