Instagram, LLC, a leading social media platform headquartered in the United States, was founded in 2010 and has since transformed the way individuals and businesses connect visually. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Instagram has become a cornerstone of the digital marketing landscape, enabling users to share photos and videos seamlessly. The platform's core offerings include photo and video sharing, Stories, and IGTV, all designed to foster creativity and engagement. Instagram's unique algorithm prioritises user interaction, making it a powerful tool for brands seeking to enhance their online visibility. As a subsidiary of Meta Platforms, Inc., Instagram has achieved remarkable milestones, including over a billion monthly active users, solidifying its position as a dominant force in the social media industry.
How does Instagram, LLC'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.
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Instagram, LLC's score of 82 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
As of the latest available data, Instagram, LLC does not report specific carbon emissions figures. However, the company is part of Meta Platforms, Inc., which has established significant climate commitments and reduction initiatives that cascade down to Instagram. Meta Platforms, Inc. has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, including commitments to achieve net-zero emissions across its global operations by 2030. This includes Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, with a focus on reducing emissions from its data centres and operational activities. Instagram, as a current subsidiary of Meta, aligns with these initiatives, although specific reduction targets or achievements for Instagram itself have not been disclosed. The company participates in various sustainability initiatives, including the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which are managed at the parent company level. In summary, while Instagram, LLC does not provide specific emissions data, it is committed to the broader climate goals set by Meta Platforms, Inc., which include significant reductions in carbon emissions and a pathway towards net-zero emissions by 2030.
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2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 9,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 545,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 156,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Instagram, LLC 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.