Gocardless
GoCardless, a leading payment solutions provider, is headquartered in the United Kingdom and operates across Europe, North America, and Australia. Founded in 2011, the company has revolutionised the direct debit landscape, enabling businesses to collect recurring payments seamlessly. Specialising in online payments, GoCardless offers a unique platform that simplifies the payment process for both merchants and customers. Its core services include direct debit solutions that are designed to reduce transaction costs and improve cash flow management. With a strong market position, GoCardless has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with major financial institutions and integration with popular accounting software. This commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction has solidified its reputation as a trusted choice for businesses seeking efficient payment solutions.
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Gocardless's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, GoCardless reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,516,920 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 150 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 44,580 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 11,344,000 kg CO2e. This marked a significant reduction from 2019, when total emissions were about 6,085,770 kg CO2e. GoCardless has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2035. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 92% by 2027, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, it aims to decrease Scope 3 emissions by 90% per full-time employee by 2027 and to source 100% renewable electricity by 2027, up from 53% in 2019. These commitments align with industry standards and reflect GoCardless's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint effectively.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 240 | 000 | 000 | 000 |
| Scope 2 | 31,440 | 00,000 | 0,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 12,259,360 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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