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updated 9 months ago

GumTree.com Limited Sustainability Profile

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Gumtree.com Limited, commonly known as Gumtree, is a leading online classifieds platform headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 2000, the company has established a strong presence across the UK and Australia, facilitating local buying and selling across various categories. Specialising in second-hand goods, services, and job listings, Gumtree offers a unique marketplace that connects users with their local communities. Its user-friendly interface and extensive reach have positioned it as a go-to resource for individuals seeking affordable options and businesses looking to expand their customer base. With millions of active listings and a robust user community, Gumtree has achieved notable success in the online classifieds industry, making it a trusted name for both buyers and sellers alike.

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76

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business 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

GumTree.com Limited's score of 76 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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GumTree.com Limited's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Adevinta AS

GumTree.com Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as no figures are available. However, the company is part of a corporate family relationship with eBay Inc., from which it inherits climate commitments and initiatives. GumTree.com Limited's climate strategy is influenced by eBay Inc.'s sustainability efforts, which include targets set through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). These initiatives aim to reduce emissions across various scopes, although specific reduction targets for GumTree.com Limited have not been disclosed. As a current subsidiary of eBay Inc., GumTree.com Limited aligns its climate commitments with those of its parent company, focusing on responsible environmental practices and sustainability. While no direct emissions data is available, the company's involvement in eBay's broader climate initiatives reflects a commitment to addressing climate change and reducing carbon footprints in the digital marketplace.

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201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
38,000
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0,000
00,000
000,000
000,000
Scope 2
1,023,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
3,883,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
00,000,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is GumTree.com Limited's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. GumTree.com Limited's primary industry is Business Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is GumTree.com Limited'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 GumTree.com Limited is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

GumTree.com Limited's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

GumTree.com Limited's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 581% last year and increased significantly since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 76% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
76%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
14%
Use of Sold Products
6%
Business Travel
2%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Investments
<1%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

GumTree.com Limited'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.

GumTree.com Limited 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
Reduction Actions

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