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Financial Intermediation
US
updated 9 months ago

NetSpend Holdings, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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NetSpend Holdings, Inc., a leading provider of prepaid debit cards and related financial services, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1999, the company has established itself as a key player in the financial technology industry, particularly in the realm of alternative banking solutions. With a focus on serving underbanked consumers, NetSpend offers a range of products, including reloadable prepaid cards and mobile banking services, designed to provide financial flexibility and accessibility. The company operates primarily across the US, catering to millions of customers who seek convenient and secure payment options. Notable achievements include partnerships with major retailers and a strong market presence, positioning NetSpend as a trusted name in prepaid financial services. Its commitment to innovation and customer service sets it apart in a competitive landscape, making it a preferred choice for those looking to manage their finances effectively.

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46

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

NetSpend Holdings, Inc.'s score of 46 is higher than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

69%

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NetSpend Holdings, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Global Payments Inc.

NetSpend Holdings, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Global Payments Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. As of now, NetSpend has not established any documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The lack of specific emissions data and reduction initiatives suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. Given its affiliation with Global Payments Inc., it is important to note that any climate-related initiatives or targets may be influenced by the parent company's policies and practices. However, without specific data or commitments from NetSpend itself, a detailed assessment of its carbon emissions and climate commitments remains unavailable.

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20202021202220232024
Scope 1
2,721,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
43,111,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
-
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is NetSpend Holdings, Inc.'s Industry?

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

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

NetSpend Holdings, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

NetSpend Holdings, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 3% last year and decreased by approximately 21% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 32% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
32%
Capital Goods
16%
Investments
12%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
12%
Employee Commuting
10%
Business Travel
6%
Use of Sold Products
4%
Waste Generated in Operations
3%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
3%
Upstream Leased Assets
2%

NetSpend Holdings, Inc.'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.

NetSpend Holdings, 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.

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