Green Dot
Green Dot Corporation, commonly known as Green Dot, is a leading financial technology and bank holding company headquartered in Delaware. Founded in 1999, Green Dot has established itself as a pioneer in the prepaid debit card industry, offering innovative banking solutions that cater to a diverse clientele across the United States. The company’s core products include prepaid debit cards, mobile banking services, and cash management solutions, all designed to provide consumers with accessible and flexible financial options. Green Dot's unique approach combines technology with user-friendly services, making it a preferred choice for those seeking alternative banking solutions. With a strong market position, Green Dot has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with major retailers and the launch of its mobile banking app. As a key player in the fintech sector, Green Dot continues to redefine the way consumers manage their finances.
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Green Dot's reported carbon emissions
In 2016, Green Dot Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 16,370,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 25,317,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling around 41,687,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects their operational impact on climate change, with emissions primarily from direct operations (Scope 1) and purchased electricity (Scope 2). Comparatively, in 2015, the company recorded approximately 1,928,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 26,301,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, indicating a slight reduction in Scope 1 emissions over the year. However, no Scope 3 emissions data has been disclosed, which limits the understanding of their full carbon footprint. Green Dot has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments, nor have they reported any climate pledges. The absence of such commitments may reflect a broader industry trend where companies are increasingly pressured to disclose comprehensive climate strategies and targets. Overall, while Green Dot has made strides in tracking their emissions, further transparency and commitment to reduction targets would enhance their climate strategy and align with industry standards.
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| 2015 | 2016 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,928,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 26,301,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - |
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Green Dot is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
