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Pinterest, Inc., commonly known as Pinterest, is a leading player in the computer and related services industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2010, Pinterest has rapidly evolved into a visual discovery platform that allows users to find and save creative ideas across various categories, including home décor, fashion, and cooking.
With a strong presence in North America and expanding operations globally, Pinterest offers unique services that combine social networking with visual search technology. Its core product, the Pinterest platform, stands out for its user-friendly interface and innovative features, such as visual search and personalised recommendations.
Recognised for its significant impact on digital marketing and e-commerce, Pinterest has achieved notable milestones, including a successful IPO in 2019. As a trusted resource for inspiration, Pinterest continues to solidify its market position, attracting millions of users and businesses seeking to engage with their audiences creatively.
+12 vs industry average
Pinterest’s score of 53 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Computer Services has below-average carbon intensity
The Computer Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 11% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Pinterest's carbon emissions for the 2024 reporting year stand at approximately 118,469,000 kg CO2e. This figure comprises Scope 1 emissions of about 570,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 1,600 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 117,897,000 kg CO2e. Significant contributors to Scope 3 emissions include purchased goods and services (about 90,431,000 kg CO2e) and business travel (around 17,110,000 kg CO2e).
For the 2023 reporting year, Pinterest reported total emissions of approximately 123,099,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 602,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at roughly 278,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 117,097,000 kg CO2e.
In 2022, the company's total emissions were approximately 159,542,000 kg CO2e, including Scope 1 at about 658,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 1,500 kg CO2e, and a substantial Scope 3 total of around 142,984,000 kg CO2e.
Pinterest has established several climate commitments. They aim for a 50% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Furthermore, Pinterest is committed to reducing its Scope 3 GHG emissions by 70% per USD gross profit by 2027, against a 2019 baseline. Additionally, the company aims to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 34% in 2019 to 100% by 2023 and maintain this throughout 2030.
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2027
70% reduction in scope 3 total
Pinterest commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 39% by 2027 from a 2019 base year. Pinterest also commits to increase activ…
2027
39% reduction in Scope 2
Pinterest commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 39% by 2027 from a 2019 base year. Pinterest also commits to increase activ…
2027
39% reduction in Scope 1
Pinterest commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 39% by 2027 from a 2019 base year. Pinterest also commits to increase activ…
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