Snap Inc., commonly known as Snap, is a leading technology company headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America and Europe. Founded in 2011, Snap has revolutionised the social media landscape with its flagship product, Snapchat, a multimedia messaging app that allows users to share ephemeral content.
The company has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of augmented reality features and innovative advertising solutions that set it apart in the competitive social media industry. Snap's unique offerings, such as Snap Map and Spectacles, enhance user engagement and provide brands with creative marketing opportunities.
With a strong market position, Snap continues to attract millions of active users, making it a key player in the digital communication and advertising sectors.
+28 vs industry average
Snap’s score of 68 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Computer Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Computer Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Snap's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Snap Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 291.1 million kg CO2e, comprising 4,509,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 8,948,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 277,613,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks an increase from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 249.8 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 9,822,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 961,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 239,009,000 kg CO2e. Snap Inc. has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net negative emissions by 2030, which involves removing more carbon from the environment than it emits annually. The company is also committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 25% by 2025, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, Snap aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, business travel, and the use of sold products by 35% per unit of value added by 2025. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Snap's commitment to addressing climate change through measurable and actionable goals. The company is a signatory of the Climate Pledge, reinforcing its dedication to sustainability and environmental responsibility.
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Snap’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
Net Negative by 2030
Net Negative by 2030. Removing from the environment more carbon than we emit each year.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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