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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In 2024, Sama reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,798,580 kg CO2e, comprising 13,310 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 7,785,270 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data for this year. For 2023, Sama's global emissions totalled approximately 587,521,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 15,683,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 39,248,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching around 532,590,000 kg CO2e. In the Saudi Arabian region, Sama's emissions for 2023 were approximately 11,106,340 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 42,950 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 11,063,390 kg CO2e. Sama is committed to advancing its net-zero transition by participating in renewable energy projects aligned with the Saudi Government's target of achieving 58.7 GW of renewable energy by 2030. The company has engaged in a voluntary carbon credits auction, acquiring and retiring credits to offset a portion of its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. These initiatives are part of a broader strategy to reduce emissions and contribute to sustainability goals, with a focus on both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions through 2030. Sama's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all reported figures are derived from its own disclosures.
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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 |
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.
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.

