Shopify Inc., a leading e-commerce platform headquartered in Canada, empowers businesses of all sizes to create and manage their online stores. Founded in 2006, Shopify has rapidly evolved, becoming a key player in the global e-commerce industry, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. The platform offers a comprehensive suite of services, including website design, payment processing, and inventory management, distinguished by its user-friendly interface and extensive app ecosystem. Shopify's commitment to innovation has led to notable achievements, such as its successful IPO in 2015 and consistent recognition as a top choice for entrepreneurs. With millions of merchants relying on its robust solutions, Shopify continues to shape the future of online retail.
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In 2023, Shopify reported total carbon emissions of approximately 24,739,000 kg CO2e, a significant reduction from about 30,322,000 kg CO2e in 2022. The emissions breakdown for 2023 includes Scope 1 emissions of about 681,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,698,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions, primarily from business travel, at about 20,370,000 kg CO2e. Shopify's emissions have decreased notably over the years, with total emissions in 2020 at about 4,957,000 kg CO2e and 7,345,000 kg CO2e in 2021. This trend indicates a commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The company has also reported gross operational emissions intensity metrics, with approximately 0.0035 tCO2e per USD of revenue in 2023 and about 2,560 kg CO2e per employee. These figures reflect Shopify's ongoing efforts to improve sustainability practices while managing growth. Overall, Shopify's climate commitments and emissions data demonstrate a proactive approach to addressing climate change, although further details on specific reduction initiatives or targets would enhance their sustainability narrative.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,447,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 2 | 493,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 1,715,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Shopify is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.