Keywords Studios
Keywords Studios, headquartered in the United Kingdom, is a leading provider of technical services for the global video game and interactive entertainment industry. Established in 1998, the company has grown significantly, serving clients across Europe, North America, and Asia, with a strong presence in major gaming markets. Specialising in localisation, quality assurance, audio, and art services, Keywords Studios is recognised for its comprehensive solutions that support the development and publishing of digital entertainment.
With a reputation for delivering high-quality, reliable services, the company has become a key player in the computer and related services sector (industry code 72). Its innovative approach and extensive expertise have helped it secure a prominent market position, making it a trusted partner for many of the world's leading gaming companies.
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Industry Intensity
Computer Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Computer Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 11% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Keywords Studios's reported carbon emissions
Keywords Studios, headquartered in GB and operating in the Computer and related services (72) industry, reported a total of approximately 15.2 billion kg CO2e in emissions for 2023. This figure encompasses Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.
In 2023, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 218,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were approximately 5,181,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions data for 2023 included approximately 471,000 kg CO2e for fuel and energy-related activities.
Looking at previous years, total emissions in 2022 were approximately 10.6 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 277,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) at approximately 4,026,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, total emissions were approximately 7.1 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 201,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) at approximately 3,532,000 kg CO2e. The year 2020 saw total emissions of approximately 7.7 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 244,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) at approximately 3,950,000 kg CO2e.
Keywords Studios has established climate commitments, including a near-term intensity target to reduce its direct carbon emission intensity ratio by 50% ahead of 2030, measured in tonnes of CO2e per revenue €m. This target applies to Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The company also recognises the need for longer-term actions to achieve net zero emissions ahead of 2050, covering Scope 1 and Scope 2.
Furthermore, Keywords Studios has set Science Based Targets (SBTi). These include a commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42.0% by 2030, using 2024 as a base year. The company also commits to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from fuel- and energy-related activities, business travel, and employee commuting by 25.0% within the same timeframe. Additional SBTi commitments involve ensuring that 60.0% of suppliers by emissions (covering purchased goods and services) will have science-based targets by 2030, and 30.0% of suppliers by emissions (covering capital goods) will have science-based targets by 2030. The company's Scope 1 and 2 targets are considered consistent with reductions required to keep warming to 1.5°C.
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Keywords Studios’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2050
We recognise that much more will be needed in the longer ter…
We recognise that much more will be needed in the longer term to achieve net zero emissions ahead of 2050.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2023
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