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Heartland Payment Solutions, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Heartland Payment Solutions, Inc., a leading provider in the payment processing industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1997, the company has established itself as a trusted partner for businesses across various sectors, offering innovative solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of its clients. With a focus on payment processing, payroll services, and point-of-sale systems, Heartland stands out for its commitment to security and customer service. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the development of advanced technology that enhances transaction efficiency and reduces fraud risk. Recognised for its robust market position, Heartland Payment Solutions continues to expand its operational reach, serving clients in diverse regions across the US. Its dedication to providing comprehensive, user-friendly solutions has solidified its reputation as a reliable choice for businesses seeking to optimise their payment processes.

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How does Heartland Payment Solutions, Inc.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

40

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

Heartland Payment Solutions, Inc.'s score of 40 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

64%

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Heartland Payment Solutions, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Global Payments Inc.

Heartland Payment Solutions, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for recent years. The company is a current subsidiary of Global Payments Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As a subsidiary, Heartland Payment Solutions inherits emissions data and sustainability initiatives from Global Payments Inc. However, no specific reduction targets or climate pledges have been outlined for Heartland Payment Solutions itself. The absence of documented reduction initiatives suggests that the company may rely on the broader corporate strategies of its parent organisation. In the context of the payments industry, companies are increasingly focusing on sustainability and carbon reduction. While Heartland Payment Solutions has not publicly committed to specific science-based targets or initiatives, it is essential to monitor developments from Global Payments Inc. for any cascading climate commitments that may impact Heartland's future sustainability efforts.

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2020202120222023
Scope 1
2,721,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
43,111,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
-
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Heartland Payment Solutions, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Heartland Payment Solutions, Inc.'s primary industry is Business Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Heartland Payment Solutions, Inc.'s Location?

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Very high
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 Heartland Payment Solutions, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Heartland Payment Solutions, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Heartland Payment Solutions, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 24% last year and decreased by approximately 18% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 39% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
39%
Capital Goods
18%
Investments
11%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
11%
Employee Commuting
9%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
4%
Business Travel
3%
Upstream Leased Assets
2%
Use of Sold Products
2%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Heartland Payment Solutions, Inc.'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.

Heartland Payment Solutions, Inc. 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
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