Experian
Experian plc, a leading global information services company, is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, with significant operations in North America, Latin America, and the Asia-Pacific region. Founded in 1980, Experian has established itself as a key player in the credit reporting and data analytics industry, providing essential services to businesses and consumers alike. The company offers a diverse range of products, including credit reports, credit scores, and identity theft protection, distinguished by their robust data insights and innovative technology. Experian's commitment to data accuracy and security has positioned it as a trusted partner for financial institutions and businesses seeking to enhance their customer relationships and risk management strategies. With a strong market presence and a reputation for excellence, Experian continues to lead the way in helping organisations make informed decisions based on comprehensive data analysis.
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 65 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 carbon emissions of approximately 190,740 tonnes CO2e, with 2,800,000 tonnes from Scope 1 and 7,300,000 tonnes 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 include indirect emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, and business travel, Experian is targeting a 15% reduction by FY2030. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its overall carbon footprint.
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Add to project2015 | 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 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 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.
