Netease
NetEase, Inc., a prominent player in the Chinese technology landscape, is headquartered in Hangzhou, CN. Founded in 1997, the company has evolved into a leading provider of internet services, online gaming, and e-commerce solutions, with significant operations across Asia and North America. Renowned for its innovative gaming portfolio, NetEase offers a diverse range of products, including popular titles like "Identity V" and "Knives Out," which stand out for their engaging gameplay and high-quality graphics. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as strategic partnerships with global gaming giants and a strong presence in the mobile gaming sector. With a robust market position, NetEase continues to expand its influence, leveraging cutting-edge technology and a commitment to user experience, solidifying its reputation as a key player in the global gaming industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Netease'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Netease's score of 37 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Netease's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Netease reported total carbon emissions of approximately 321,849,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 11,479,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 35,724,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, primarily related to purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions, about 274,645,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which includes indirect emissions from the value chain. Comparatively, in 2022, Netease's total emissions were approximately 327,178,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight reduction in emissions year-on-year. The breakdown for 2022 shows 11,987,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 41,131,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 274,060,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Despite these figures, Netease has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of defined climate pledges or science-based targets suggests that while the company is monitoring its emissions, it may not yet have committed to formal reduction strategies.
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Add to project| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,855,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 32,213,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 273,506,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Netease is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
