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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.
72
DitchCarbon score
+33 vs industry average
Pinterest’s score of 72 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Low
Computer Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.246
20182025
The Computer Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 11% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Pinterest's reported carbon emissions
Pinterest's total carbon emissions are projected to be approximately 114,607,000 kg CO2e for 2025. This includes an estimated 324,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 110,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 114,173,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
For 2024, Pinterest's total emissions were approximately 106,263,000 kg CO2e, comprising 570,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,600 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 105,692,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. In 2023, total emissions were around 116,164,000 kg CO2e, with 602,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 278,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 115,284,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3.
Pinterest, a US-based computer and related services company, has set Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved near-term targets. These include a commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 39% by 2027 from a 2019 base year. Additionally, Pinterest aims to increase its active annual sourcing of renewable electricity to 100% by 2023 and maintain this through 2030, up from 34% in 2019. The company also commits to reducing Scope 3 GHG emissions by 70% per USD gross profit by 2027, against a 2019 base year.
Furthermore, Pinterest has set internal targets to achieve a 50% reduction in both its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using a 2021 baseline.
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Pinterest’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2027
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…
Insufficient data70%
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…
Insufficient data39%
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…
Insufficient data39%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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