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First Data Corporation Sustainability Profile

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First Data Corporation, a leading player in the payment processing industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1971, the company has established itself as a key provider of electronic payment solutions, serving a diverse range of sectors including retail, hospitality, and e-commerce. With a strong presence across North America and expanding operations in international markets, First Data offers a comprehensive suite of services, including point-of-sale systems, payment gateway solutions, and fraud protection. Notable for its innovative technology and customer-centric approach, First Data has achieved significant milestones, such as the development of the Clover point-of-sale system, which enhances business operations for merchants. As a trusted partner for millions of businesses, First Data Corporation continues to solidify its market position through strategic acquisitions and a commitment to delivering secure, efficient payment solutions.

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How does First Data Corporation'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.

46

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer Services 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

First Data Corporation's score of 46 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

66%

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First Data Corporation's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Fiserv, Inc.

First Data Corporation, headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is part of a corporate family relationship with Fiserv, Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and performance metrics. As a merged entity, First Data Corporation's climate initiatives and reduction targets are likely aligned with those of Fiserv, Inc. However, no specific reduction targets or achievements have been disclosed, nor are there any commitments to initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) that are directly attributed to First Data. Given the lack of specific emissions data and reduction initiatives, it is unclear how First Data Corporation is addressing its carbon footprint. The company may benefit from leveraging the sustainability strategies of its parent organisation, Fiserv, Inc., to enhance its climate commitments in the future.

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20192020202120222023
Scope 1
24,668,000
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Scope 2
132,368,000
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Scope 3
182,682,000
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0,000,000,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is First Data Corporation's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. First Data Corporation's primary industry is Computer Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is First Data Corporation's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for First Data Corporation is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

First Data Corporation's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

First Data Corporation's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 28% last year and increased by approximately 328% 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 45% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
45%
Capital Goods
33%
Employee Commuting
11%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
5%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
3%
Downstream Leased Assets
2%
Business Travel
1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

First Data Corporation'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.

First Data Corporation 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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