Hostinger, officially known as Hostinger International, Ltd., is a prominent web hosting provider headquartered in Lithuania (LT). Founded in 2004, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, establishing a strong presence in the competitive hosting industry. Specialising in affordable web hosting solutions, Hostinger offers a range of services including shared hosting, cloud hosting, and domain registration. What sets Hostinger apart is its commitment to providing high-performance hosting at budget-friendly prices, coupled with a user-friendly interface and 24/7 customer support. With millions of users worldwide, Hostinger has achieved notable milestones, such as being recognised for its innovative technology and exceptional uptime. As a leader in the hosting market, Hostinger continues to empower individuals and businesses to establish their online presence effectively.
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In 2024, Hostinger reported total carbon emissions of approximately 13,786,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 200 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,500,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 13,771,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major sources such as capital goods (about 6,745,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 5,784,000 kg CO2e). In 2023, Hostinger's total emissions were reported at about 10,245,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions remaining consistent at 200 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 1,522,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The Scope 3 emissions for that year were around 8,722,000 kg CO2e. Hostinger has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions in Scope 1 and 2 by 2025. This initiative involves collaboration with data centre partners to achieve 0 kg CO2e in market-based emissions. The company is actively working towards these targets, which were established in 2023. Overall, Hostinger's emissions data reflects a significant focus on reducing its carbon footprint, particularly in its operational scopes, while also addressing the broader impacts of its supply chain through Scope 3 emissions management.
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| 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 87,040 | 000 | 000 |
| Scope 2 | 984,550 | 0,000,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Hostinger's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 58% last year and increased by approximately 58% since 2023, 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 "Capital Goods" being the largest emissions source at 49% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Hostinger 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.
