Kakao

Kakao's reported carbon emissions

## Kakao Carbon Emissions and Climate Commitments Kakao, headquartered in KR, reported a total of approximately 183.4 billion kg CO2e in carbon emissions across Scopes 1, 2, and 3 for the year 2023. This figure comprises approximately 358,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, and approximately 53.4 billion kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). Scope 3 emissions accounted for approximately 76 billion kg CO2e, with significant contributions from investments (approximately 38.7 billion kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 11.4 billion kg CO2e). In 2024, Kakao's total emissions were approximately 113.2 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were around 520,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were approximately 96.1 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 57.2 billion kg CO2e, with capital goods being a major contributor at approximately 24.8 billion kg CO2e, followed by fuel and energy-related activities at approximately 14.9 billion kg CO2e. Kakao has engaged with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Records indicate a "Committed" status for a near-term target as of May 2022, with a classification noted as null and no specific target year provided at that time. However, a subsequent update in May 2022 indicated the removal of a near-term target commitment, with an "Expired commitment" status. There is no indication of a net-zero commitment or a 1.5°C pathway alignment at present. Further details on Kakao's emissions and climate commitments can be found in their ESG reports.