Plaid Inc., a leading financial technology company headquartered in the United States, has been at the forefront of the fintech revolution since its founding in 2013. With a strong presence across North America and Europe, Plaid connects applications to users' bank accounts, enabling seamless financial transactions and data sharing. The company’s core offerings include API solutions that facilitate secure access to financial data, empowering developers to create innovative financial applications. Plaid's unique approach to data aggregation and user authentication has positioned it as a trusted partner for numerous fintech startups and established financial institutions alike. Recognised for its significant contributions to the industry, Plaid has achieved notable milestones, including partnerships with major players in the banking sector, solidifying its market position as a pioneer in financial connectivity.
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In 2022, Plaid Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 81,646,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 81,646,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and about 4,086,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This represents a significant increase from 2021, when emissions were about 65,972,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 65,972,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 117,000 kg CO2e. In 2020, the company recorded about 61,018,000 kg CO2e in total emissions, all attributed to Scope 1. Plaid Inc. has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, nor have they set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that the company may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. All emissions data is sourced directly from Plaid Inc. and has not been cascaded from any parent or related organisation.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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Scope 1 | 61,018,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Plaid Inc. 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.