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Linode LLC Sustainability Profile

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Linode LLC, a prominent player in the cloud computing industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2003, Linode has established itself as a leading provider of cloud hosting services, catering to developers and businesses seeking reliable and scalable solutions. With a focus on simplicity and performance, Linode offers a range of products, including virtual private servers (VPS), Kubernetes, and block storage, all designed to empower users with robust infrastructure. The company operates data centres across multiple regions, ensuring low-latency access and high availability for its global clientele. Linode's commitment to transparency and customer support has garnered a loyal user base, positioning it as a trusted alternative to larger cloud providers. Notable achievements include consistently high customer satisfaction ratings and a strong emphasis on community engagement, making Linode a unique choice for those looking to harness the power of cloud technology.

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How does Linode LLC'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.

62

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Telecommunications Services 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.

36

Industry Benchmark

Linode LLC's score of 62 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Linode LLC's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Akamai Technologies, Inc.

Linode LLC, headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for recent years. The company is a current subsidiary of Akamai Technologies, Inc., which means that any climate commitments or emissions data may be inherited from its parent organisation. Akamai Technologies has established various climate initiatives, including commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and the Race to Zero campaign. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for Linode LLC have not been disclosed. As part of its corporate family, Linode is expected to align with Akamai's sustainability goals, which focus on reducing carbon emissions and enhancing environmental responsibility. While no absolute emissions numbers are provided, Linode's climate commitments are likely influenced by Akamai's broader strategies in addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.

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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Linode LLC's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Linode LLC's primary industry is Telecommunications Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Linode LLC'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 Linode LLC is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Linode LLC's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Linode LLC's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 37% last year and increased by approximately 306% since 2009, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 59% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Leased Assets" being the largest emissions source at 26% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Upstream Leased Assets
26%
Purchased Goods and Services
24%
Capital Goods
19%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
12%
Employee Commuting
8%
Business Travel
6%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
5%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Linode LLC'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.

Linode LLC 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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