Nest Labs, Inc., commonly known as Nest, is a pioneering company headquartered in the United States, primarily operating in the smart home technology sector. Founded in 2010, Nest gained recognition for its innovative approach to home automation, particularly with its flagship product, the Nest Learning Thermostat, which revolutionised energy efficiency and user convenience. Nest's core offerings extend beyond thermostats to include smart smoke detectors and security cameras, all designed to enhance home safety and comfort. The company has established a strong market position, being a leader in the Internet of Things (IoT) space, and has achieved notable milestones, including its acquisition by Google in 2014. With a commitment to sustainability and user-friendly design, Nest continues to shape the future of smart living.
How does Nest Labs, Inc.'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.
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Nest Labs, Inc.'s score of 54 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Nest Labs, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is part of a corporate family that includes Alphabet Inc., from which it inherits emissions data and climate commitments. As a merged entity, Nest Labs aligns its climate initiatives with those of Alphabet Inc., which has set ambitious targets for carbon reduction. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for Nest Labs are not detailed in the available information. Nest Labs is involved in various sustainability initiatives cascaded from Alphabet Inc., including participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and the RE100 initiative, all at a cascade level of 2. These initiatives reflect a commitment to reducing carbon emissions and promoting renewable energy, although specific metrics for Nest Labs are not provided. In summary, while Nest Labs, Inc. does not have direct emissions data or specific reduction targets, it is integrated into the broader climate strategy of Alphabet Inc., which is focused on significant sustainability efforts.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 66,549,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 509,334,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,719,024,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Nest Labs, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 12% last year and increased by approximately 343% since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 79% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 30% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Nest Labs, Inc. 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.