Spotify
Spotify Technology S.A., commonly known as Spotify, is a leading audio streaming platform headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. Founded in 2006, Spotify has revolutionised the music industry by offering a vast library of over 70 million tracks, podcasts, and personalised playlists, catering to millions of users across Europe, North America, and beyond. As a pioneer in the music streaming industry, Spotify's unique algorithms provide tailored listening experiences, setting it apart from competitors. The platform has achieved significant milestones, including going public in 2018 and reaching over 500 million active users by 2023. With its innovative approach to music discovery and user engagement, Spotify continues to solidify its position as a market leader in digital audio entertainment.
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How does Spotify'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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Spotify's score of 67 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Spotify's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Spotify reported total carbon emissions of approximately 195,027,000 kg CO2e. This marked a significant decrease from 2023, when the company emitted about 280,355,000 kg CO2e. The emissions breakdown for 2023 included Scope 1 emissions of about 1,053,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 3,767,000 kg CO2e, and a substantial 275,535,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompass the majority of Spotify's carbon footprint. Spotify has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. This target includes emissions from both its operations (Scope 1 and 2) and its entire value chain (Scope 3). Additionally, the company is working towards achieving carbon neutrality for its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025. As part of its long-term strategy, Spotify has joined the United Nations’ Race To Zero initiative, committing to reach net-zero emissions by 2050 at the latest. This comprehensive approach reflects Spotify's dedication to reducing its environmental impact while continuing to grow its business.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 701,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,803,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 328,847,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Spotify is participating in some 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.
