Shopify Sustainability Profile
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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Shopify's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Shopify reported total carbon emissions of approximately 24,301,000 kg CO2e, a slight decrease from about 24,739,000 kg CO2e in 2023. The emissions breakdown for 2024 includes Scope 1 emissions of about 360,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 319,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions, primarily from employee commuting, at about 1,663,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company’s Scope 1 emissions were around 681,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were about 1,698,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 1,990,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a trend of reducing overall emissions while managing various scopes effectively. Shopify has not set specific reduction targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges. However, the company is actively engaged in sustainability efforts, as evidenced by its commitment to transparency in emissions reporting. The data provided is not cascaded from any parent organisation, ensuring that the figures reflect Shopify's direct operational impact. Overall, Shopify's emissions data highlights its ongoing efforts to monitor and manage its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards for climate accountability.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,447,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 493,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,715,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Shopify's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Shopify's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 16% last year and decreased by approximately 3% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 71% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Employee Commuting" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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Shopify'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.
Shopify 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.
