Nu Holdings Ltd., commonly referred to as Nu, is a pioneering financial technology company headquartered in California. Founded in 2013, Nu has rapidly established itself as a leader in the digital banking sector, primarily serving the Latin American market, with significant operations in Brazil and Mexico. The company offers a range of innovative financial products, including credit cards, personal loans, and digital banking services, all designed to enhance user experience through technology and transparency. Nu's unique approach to customer service and its commitment to financial inclusion have garnered widespread recognition, positioning it as a formidable player in the fintech industry. With a focus on simplifying financial services, Nu has achieved remarkable milestones, including millions of active users and substantial funding rounds, solidifying its reputation as a transformative force in the banking landscape.
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In 2022, Nu Holdings reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,862,000 kg CO2e. The emissions breakdown includes Scope 1 emissions of about 65,200 kg CO2e, primarily from fugitive emissions, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 12,796,800 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions sources include business travel (about 1,508,700 kg CO2e), employee commute (approximately 542,400 kg CO2e), purchased goods and services (around 2,716,200 kg CO2e), and waste generated in operations (about 168,400 kg CO2e). In comparison, the company's emissions in 2021 were approximately 5,352,600 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 100 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 5,352,500 kg CO2e. The 2020 emissions were reported at around 4,526,800 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of about 43,500 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 4,483,300 kg CO2e. Despite the significant emissions reported, there are currently no documented reduction targets or climate pledges from Nu Holdings. The company has not disclosed any specific initiatives aimed at reducing its carbon footprint, which places it in a challenging position within the industry context of increasing climate commitments.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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Scope 1 | 43,500 | 000 | 00,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | - |
Scope 3 | 2,124,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Nu Holdings is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.