Onfido
Onfido, a leading identity verification provider, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates across major regions including Europe and North America. Founded in 2012, the company has rapidly established itself in the identity verification industry, focusing on helping businesses verify the identities of their customers through advanced technology. Onfido's core offerings include identity verification, document verification, and biometric checks, all designed to enhance security while streamlining user experiences. What sets Onfido apart is its innovative use of artificial intelligence and machine learning, ensuring high accuracy and efficiency in identity checks. With a strong market position, Onfido has garnered recognition for its commitment to compliance and fraud prevention, serving a diverse clientele ranging from fintech to e-commerce. The company continues to lead the way in transforming identity verification, making it a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.
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Onfido's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Onfido reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,930,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 29,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 151,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 8,750,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses categories such as purchased goods and services (5,741,000 kg CO2e) and business travel (1,529,000 kg CO2e). In 2021, Onfido's emissions were about 7,533,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 17,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 135,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching 7,382,000 kg CO2e. The 2020 data shows total emissions of approximately 4,076,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 20,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 120,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at 3,937,000 kg CO2e. Despite the increase in emissions over the years, Onfido has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further commitment to climate action within the organisation.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 19,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 143,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,125,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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