Irdeto, officially known as Irdeto B.V., is a leading software publisher headquartered in the Netherlands. Established in 1969, the company has a long-standing reputation for delivering innovative digital security solutions across global markets, including North America, Europe, and Asia.
Specialising in digital rights management (DRM), content protection, and cybersecurity, Irdeto serves major players in the entertainment, media, and connected industries. Its unique offerings include advanced anti-piracy technologies and secure platform solutions that help clients safeguard their digital assets and maintain trust with consumers. Recognised for its market leadership and pioneering approach, Irdeto continues to set industry standards in software security and digital protection.
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Industry Intensity
Software Publishers is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Software Publishers industry has reduced its overall emissions by 22% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
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Irdeto's reported carbon emissions
Irdeto, a software publisher headquartered in the Netherlands, is committed to reducing its environmental impact. For the fiscal year 2025, Irdeto reported approximately 6.86 million kg CO2e in total emissions. This includes approximately 0.47 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based) emissions and approximately 6.39 million kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. Scope 1 emissions were reported as 0.0 kg CO2e for this period.
In fiscal year 2024, Irdeto's total emissions were approximately 5.83 million kg CO2e. This comprised approximately 0.15 million kg CO2e of Scope 1 emissions, and approximately 0.47 million kg CO2e of Scope 2 (market-based) emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for approximately 5.21 million kg CO2e.
For fiscal year 2023, Irdeto reported total emissions of approximately 3.72 million kg CO2e. This included approximately 0.085 million kg CO2e of Scope 1 emissions and approximately 0.43 million kg CO2e of Scope 2 (market-based) emissions, with Scope 3 emissions at approximately 3.21 million kg CO2e.
Irdeto has established ambitious climate targets. The company is committed to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by fiscal year 2045. As part of its near-term goals, Irdeto aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by FY2030, using FY2023 as a base year. Additionally, the company commits to a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, and business travel within the same timeframe. Long-term, Irdeto aims for a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by FY2045 and a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same period.
While Irdeto B.V. is the reporting entity for its direct emissions, some climate initiatives and data, such as those related to CDP and RE100, are cascaded from its parent company, Naspers Limited, reflecting a broader corporate family commitment to climate action.
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Irdeto’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
9 goals2045
90% reduction in Scope 2
Irdeto Holdings BV commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 90% by FY2045 from a FY2023 base year.
2030
42% reduction in Scope 2
Irdeto Holdings BV commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 42% by FY2030 from a FY2023 base year.
2030
25% reduction in scope 3 downstream
Irdeto Holdings BV also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel- and energy-related activit…
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Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
Inherited from Naspers LimitedThe Climate Pledge
Inherited from Naspers LimitedUN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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