Greenpeace
Greenpeace, officially known as Greenpeace International, is a leading environmental organisation headquartered in the Netherlands. Founded in 1971, it has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia. The organisation is dedicated to addressing critical global issues such as climate change, deforestation, overfishing, and pollution. Greenpeace is renowned for its unique approach to advocacy, employing peaceful direct action and innovative campaigns to raise awareness and drive change. Its core services include research, lobbying, and grassroots activism, which have positioned it as a formidable force in the environmental sector. Notable achievements include significant contributions to international treaties and a strong market position as a trusted voice for ecological sustainability. Through its unwavering commitment to protecting the planet, Greenpeace continues to inspire individuals and communities worldwide.
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Greenpeace's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Greenpeace reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,176,270 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 3,679,010 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile and stationary combustion, Scope 2 emissions of around 141,000 kg CO2e from purchased electricity, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 6,356,250 kg CO2e, with business travel being the largest contributor at about 4,890,780 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2021, Greenpeace's total emissions were about 9,449,330 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 5,077,790 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions around 394,200 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of about 3,977,340 kg CO2e. This indicates a rise in emissions from 2021 to 2022. Greenpeace's emissions data is cascaded from its parent organisation, Greenpeace Inc., reflecting a corporate family relationship. Despite the emissions data, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges outlined in their initiatives. Overall, Greenpeace's commitment to addressing climate change is evident through its transparency in emissions reporting, although specific reduction strategies have not been disclosed.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,947,970 | 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 | 697,540 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 12,582,440 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Greenpeace 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.
