PubMatic, officially known as PubMatic, Inc., is a leading technology company headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 2006, PubMatic has established itself as a key player in the digital advertising industry, specialising in programmatic advertising solutions that empower publishers to maximise their revenue. The company’s core offerings include a robust supply-side platform (SSP) that optimises ad inventory and enhances yield management. PubMatic's unique approach combines advanced data analytics with real-time bidding capabilities, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, PubMatic has achieved notable milestones, including partnerships with major publishers and advertisers, solidifying its reputation as a trusted leader in the ad tech space.
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In 2023, PubMatic reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,634,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 2 and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity amounted to about 460,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were notably higher, comprising approximately 1,596,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services, 514,000 kg CO2e from employee commuting, 96,000 kg CO2e from business travel, and 438,000 kg CO2e from fuel and energy-related activities. PubMatic has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2022 as the baseline year. Additionally, PubMatic plans to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 98.7% in 2022 to 100% by 2030. Furthermore, it aims for 82% of its suppliers, in terms of emissions from purchased goods and services and capital goods, to have science-based targets by 2028. Long-term, PubMatic is committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by 2050, alongside a similar 90% reduction target for Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's dedication to addressing climate change effectively.
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| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 432,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,068,000 | 0,000,000 |
Pubmatic's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 13% last year and decreased by approximately 13% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 60% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Pubmatic has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.


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