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updated 2 months ago

KuCoin.com Sustainability Profile

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KuCoin, officially known as KuCoin Global, is a prominent cryptocurrency exchange headquartered in South Carolina. Founded in 2017, KuCoin has rapidly established itself as a key player in the digital asset trading industry, serving millions of users across major operational regions including Asia, Europe, and North America. The platform offers a diverse range of services, including spot trading, futures trading, and staking, distinguishing itself with a user-friendly interface and a wide selection of cryptocurrencies. KuCoin's unique features, such as its native token, KCS, and innovative trading tools, enhance the trading experience for both novice and experienced investors. With a strong market position, KuCoin has achieved significant milestones, including securing over 10 million registered users and consistently ranking among the top exchanges globally by trading volume.

DitchCarbon Score

How does KuCoin.com's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

14

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

32

Industry Benchmark

KuCoin.com's score of 14 is lower than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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KuCoin.com's reported carbon emissions

KuCoin.com, headquartered in South Carolina, currently does not report any carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of specific figures in kg CO2e. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges associated with the organisation. This lack of data suggests that KuCoin may not have established formal commitments to reduce its carbon footprint or engage in industry-standard climate initiatives. In the context of the cryptocurrency industry, many companies are increasingly focusing on sustainability and carbon neutrality. However, without specific emissions data or reduction initiatives, it is challenging to assess KuCoin's environmental impact or commitment to climate action. As the industry evolves, it will be important for KuCoin to consider implementing measurable climate strategies to align with global sustainability goals.

How Carbon Intensive is KuCoin.com's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. KuCoin.com's primary industry is Financial Intermediation, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is KuCoin.com's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for KuCoin.com is in SC, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

KuCoin.com'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.

KuCoin.com 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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