Mozilla Sustainability Profile
Mozilla Corporation, commonly known as Mozilla, is a prominent player in the technology industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2003, Mozilla has established itself as a leader in web innovation, primarily focusing on open-source software development and internet privacy. The company is best known for its flagship product, the Firefox web browser, which is celebrated for its commitment to user privacy and customisation. Mozilla also offers a range of other services, including Firefox Focus and Pocket, enhancing the browsing experience while prioritising user control over data. With a strong emphasis on community-driven development, Mozilla has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of the WebAssembly standard. Its dedication to an open and accessible internet has solidified its position as a trusted advocate for users worldwide.
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Business 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.
Industry Benchmark
Mozilla's score of 33 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Mozilla's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Mozilla reported total carbon emissions of approximately 24,361,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 35,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which primarily arise from stationary combustion, and 9,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, mainly related to purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions, about 24,317,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, encompassing categories such as purchased goods and services (approximately 13,939,000 kg CO2e), business travel (about 6,265,000 kg CO2e), and employee commute (approximately 901,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, Mozilla's total emissions were about 15,281,000 kg CO2e, indicating a significant increase in emissions year-on-year. The breakdown for 2022 shows Scope 1 emissions at 39,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 178,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 15,064,000 kg CO2e. Despite the increase in emissions, Mozilla has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The emissions data is cascaded from Mozilla Corporation, reflecting their current subsidiary status within the corporate family. Overall, Mozilla's emissions profile highlights the challenges faced in reducing carbon footprints, particularly in Scope 3 categories, which often represent the largest share of total emissions for many organisations.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 736,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 460,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | 13,026,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Mozilla's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Mozilla's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 61% last year and increased by approximately 87% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 57% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Mozilla'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.
Mozilla 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.
