KMD Sustainability Profile
KMD, officially known as KMD A/S, is a leading Danish IT and software company headquartered in Ballerup, Denmark. Founded in 1972, KMD has established itself as a key player in the public sector, providing innovative solutions that enhance digital transformation across various industries. With a strong presence in Denmark and significant operations in Sweden and Norway, KMD focuses on delivering comprehensive software solutions, cloud services, and IT consultancy. KMD's core offerings include enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, data management, and digital citizen services, all designed to streamline operations and improve efficiency for public institutions. Renowned for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, KMD has achieved notable milestones, including partnerships with numerous municipalities and government agencies. As a trusted provider in the Nordic region, KMD continues to shape the future of digital services in the public sector.
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Industry Benchmark
KMD's score of 20 is lower than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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KMD's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, KMD reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,246,000 kg CO2e across its operations. This figure includes 375,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from mobile and stationary combustion sources. Scope 2 emissions, related to purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling, accounted for about 9,246,000 kg CO2e. Additionally, KMD's Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 3,722,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from business travel (1,513,000 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (3,921,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2021, KMD's Scope 1 emissions were slightly lower at 372,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions were reported at 1,975,000 kg CO2e, indicating a potential increase in emissions in subsequent years. KMD has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company does not appear to inherit emissions data from a parent organisation, as indicated by its independent reporting structure. Overall, KMD's emissions profile highlights the need for ongoing assessment and potential strategies to mitigate its carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 2 and Scope 3 categories, which represent the majority of its emissions.
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| 2015 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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KMD's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
KMD's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 88% last year and increased by approximately 88% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 28% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Employee Commuting" being the largest emissions source at 105% of Scope 3 emissions.
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KMD's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
KMD has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
