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CH
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Proton AG

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Proton AG, headquartered in Switzerland (CH), is a leading player in the cybersecurity industry, renowned for its commitment to privacy and security. Founded in 2014, the company has rapidly evolved, establishing a strong presence in Europe and beyond, particularly in the realms of secure email and cloud services. Proton AG is best known for its flagship products, Proton Mail and Proton Drive, which offer end-to-end encryption and user-friendly interfaces, setting them apart in a crowded market. The company’s dedication to user privacy and transparency has garnered significant recognition, positioning it as a trusted choice for individuals and organisations alike. With a focus on protecting user data and promoting digital rights, Proton AG has achieved notable milestones, including millions of active users worldwide. Its innovative approach continues to shape the future of secure communication and data storage.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Proton AG's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

29

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

30

Industry Benchmark

Proton AG's score of 29 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Proton AG's reported carbon emissions

Proton AG, headquartered in Switzerland (CH), has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at reducing its carbon emissions. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the company has outlined a significant reduction target for its Scope 2 emissions. Proton AG projects a decrease of approximately 20% in carbon emissions, targeting a reduction to 1.2 tonnes CO2e by 2028, starting from 2022 levels. This commitment reflects the company's proactive approach to addressing climate change and aligns with industry standards for carbon reduction initiatives. As of now, there are no emissions inherited from a parent company, and all data is derived directly from Proton AG's own commitments.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Proton AG's primary industry is Computer and related services (72), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Proton AG is in CH, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Proton AG 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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