Sama Sustainability Profile
Sama, also known as Sama Group, is a leading provider of data annotation and training services, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2013, the company has established a strong presence in the artificial intelligence and machine learning sectors, focusing on delivering high-quality training data for various industries, including autonomous vehicles, healthcare, and e-commerce. With operations spanning North America and beyond, Sama is renowned for its commitment to ethical AI and social impact, employing a workforce that includes individuals from underserved communities. The company’s unique approach combines advanced technology with human expertise, ensuring accuracy and reliability in data annotation. Notable achievements include partnerships with major tech firms and a reputation for excellence in the data services market, positioning Sama as a trusted leader in the industry.
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Sama's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Sama reported total carbon emissions of approximately 587,522,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 15,683,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources. Scope 2 emissions, primarily from purchased electricity, accounted for about 39,248,000 kg CO2e. The majority of emissions, approximately 532,590,000 kg CO2e, were classified as Scope 3, which includes indirect emissions from the value chain, such as capital goods and purchased goods and services. Comparatively, in 2022, Sama's total emissions were about 533,189,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 4,815,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 36,303,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were approximately 492,071,000 kg CO2e. Sama has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The organisation's emissions data is not cascaded from a parent company, indicating that these figures are independently reported. Overall, Sama's emissions reflect a significant footprint, particularly in Scope 3, highlighting the importance of addressing indirect emissions in their climate strategy.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 972,100 | 000 | 000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 135,300 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Sama's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Sama's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 8% last year and increased by approximately 8% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 74% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Sama's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Sama has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
