Rapid7
Rapid7, officially known as Rapid7, Inc., is a leading cybersecurity company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2000, Rapid7 has established itself as a key player in the security industry, focusing on vulnerability management, incident detection, and response solutions. With a strong presence in North America and Europe, the company has achieved significant milestones, including the development of its flagship products, InsightVM and InsightIDR. Rapid7's unique approach combines advanced analytics with a user-friendly interface, empowering organisations to proactively manage their security posture. The company is recognised for its innovative cloud-based solutions, which enhance visibility and streamline threat detection. Rapid7's commitment to continuous improvement and customer success has solidified its position as a trusted partner in the cybersecurity landscape, serving thousands of customers worldwide.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Rapid7'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.
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Industry Benchmark
Rapid7's score of 8 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Rapid7's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Rapid7 reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,081,000 kg CO2e. This figure reflects the company's commitment to transparency in its environmental impact, although specific breakdowns by emission scope (Scope 1, 2, or 3) were not disclosed. The company has set ambitious long-term climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. This commitment was formalised in 2023, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Rapid7 is actively working towards these targets, demonstrating its dedication to reducing its carbon footprint in the software and services sector. In previous years, Rapid7's emissions were reported as follows: approximately 1,496,000 kg CO2e in 2020 and about 1,100 kg CO2e per employee in 2019. These figures indicate a significant increase in emissions over the years, highlighting the need for effective reduction strategies as the company grows. Overall, Rapid7's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to sustainability, with a clear roadmap towards achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
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Rapid7 is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
