Klarna Holding AB (publ)
Klarna Holding AB (publ), commonly known as Klarna, is a leading fintech company headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. Founded in 2005, Klarna has revolutionised the online shopping experience by providing innovative payment solutions across Europe and North America. The company operates primarily in the financial technology sector, focusing on buy now, pay later (BNPL) services, which allow consumers to make purchases and pay for them in instalments. Klarna's unique offerings include seamless checkout experiences and personalised financial services, setting it apart in a competitive market. With millions of users and partnerships with thousands of retailers, Klarna has established itself as a prominent player in the e-commerce landscape. Notable achievements include significant funding rounds and a growing user base, solidifying its position as a trusted payment provider in the digital economy.
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Klarna Holding AB (publ)'s reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Klarna Holding AB (publ) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 83,743,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 69,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 38,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 83,637,000 kg CO2e. The major components of Scope 3 emissions include purchased goods and services (approximately 77,089,000 kg CO2e) and business travel (about 4,371,000 kg CO2e). In 2023, the company recorded total emissions of about 109,943,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 67,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 52,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 109,824,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the largest contributor to Scope 3 emissions was also purchased goods and services, accounting for approximately 96,616,000 kg CO2e. Klarna's emissions have shown fluctuations over the years, with total emissions in 2022 at approximately 147,275,000 kg CO2e and in 2021 at about 152,710,000 kg CO2e. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. Overall, Klarna's emissions data reflects a significant reliance on Scope 3 emissions, particularly from purchased goods and services, highlighting the importance of addressing supply chain impacts in their climate strategy.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 234,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 456,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 55,732,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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