Experian
Experian, a leading global information services company, is headquartered in Ireland (IE) and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1980, Experian has established itself as a key player in the credit reporting and data analytics industry, providing essential services that empower businesses and consumers alike. The company offers a diverse range of products, including credit reports, credit scoring, and fraud detection solutions, distinguished by their innovative technology and comprehensive data insights. Experian's commitment to data integrity and customer service has solidified its position as a trusted partner in risk management and identity verification. With a strong market presence, Experian has achieved notable milestones, including its recognition as one of the top credit bureaus globally. Its unique blend of data-driven solutions and industry expertise continues to set Experian apart in the competitive landscape of financial services.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Experian'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
Experian's score of 45 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Experian's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Experian reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 188,200,000 kg CO2e, with 2,800,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 7,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50.1% by FY2030, using FY2019 as the baseline. Additionally, Experian plans to ensure that 78% of its suppliers, based on spend, will have science-based targets by FY2029. For Scope 3 emissions, which total approximately 178,100,000 kg CO2e, the company targets a 15% reduction within the same timeframe. These commitments align with industry standards to limit global warming to 1.5°C, reflecting Experian's dedication to sustainability and climate action.
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Add to project| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,800,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 40,900,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Experian 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.
