Global Payments
Global Payments Inc., commonly referred to as Global Payments, is a leading provider of services auxiliary to financial intermediation, headquartered in the United States. Established in 2000, the company has grown to serve a broad global footprint, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia.
Specialising in payment technology and processing solutions, Global Payments offers a diverse range of products including merchant acquiring, payment processing, and point-of-sale solutions. Its innovative approach and reliable service have positioned it as a key player within the financial services auxiliary industry, supporting businesses of all sizes in streamlining their payment operations. Recognised for its market leadership and strategic acquisitions, Global Payments continues to expand its influence in the evolving payments landscape.
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Industry Intensity
Services Auxiliary to Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Services Auxiliary to Financial Intermediation industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Global Payments's reported carbon emissions
Global Payments, headquartered in the US and operating in the Services auxiliary to financial intermediation (67) industry, reported a total of approximately 467.3 billion kg CO2e in emissions for the 2024 reporting year. This total comprises Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions.
For the 2024 reporting period, the company's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 7.8 million kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions amounted to approximately 41.7 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were the largest component, totalling around 417.4 million kg CO2e.
In the previous year, 2023, Global Payments' total emissions were approximately 487.8 billion kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of about 5.6 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 50.7 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 432.2 million kg CO2e.
In 2022, the company reported total emissions of approximately 627.0 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 5.2 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at roughly 54.9 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 567.0 million kg CO2e.
For 2021, Global Payments' total emissions were approximately 572.7 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were around 1.4 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were approximately 48.2 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalled about 525.5 million kg CO2e.
In 2020, the company's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 2.7 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 43.1 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions data was not fully disclosed for this year.
Global Payments has implemented several reduction initiatives. The company committed to reducing its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 8% from 2022 to 2023. Additionally, a commitment was made to achieve 100% renewable power across its data centres by 2025. The company's climate commitments and emissions data are reported for Global Payments Inc. and are not cascaded from a parent organisation.
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Global Payments’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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