Samsung SDS, a subsidiary of the renowned Samsung Group, is headquartered in South Korea (KR) and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Founded in 1985, the company has established itself as a leader in the IT services and solutions industry, focusing on areas such as cloud computing, data analytics, and enterprise mobility. With a commitment to innovation, Samsung SDS offers a range of unique products and services, including advanced security solutions and smart factory technologies. The company is recognised for its ability to integrate cutting-edge technology with business processes, enhancing operational efficiency for clients. Notably, Samsung SDS has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner for digital transformation across various sectors.
How does Samsung Sds'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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Samsung Sds's score of 59 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Samsung SDS reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,177,295,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 5,336,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 179,480,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 2,992,478,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions are primarily driven by upstream transportation and distribution, accounting for about 2,696,176,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company’s total emissions were approximately 3,074,802,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 5,517,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 159,489,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were around 2,909,796,000 kg CO2e, again largely influenced by upstream transportation and distribution. Samsung SDS has set ambitious climate commitments, including a phased initiative to replace its entire fleet of business vehicles (156 units) with zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) by 2030. This initiative targets both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, reflecting the company's commitment to achieving net-zero emissions in the near term. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent company, and all figures are reported directly by Samsung SDS Co., Ltd. The company continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint while enhancing sustainability practices across its operations.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,300,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 92,778,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Samsung Sds's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 3% last year and decreased by approximately 68% since 2020, 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 "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 90% 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.
Samsung Sds 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.
