Spotify AB, commonly known as Spotify, is a leading music streaming service headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden (SE). Founded in 2006, the company has revolutionised the way people access and enjoy music, boasting a vast library of over 70 million tracks. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and parts of Asia, Spotify operates in the digital media industry, primarily focusing on music streaming, podcasting, and audio content. The platform's unique algorithms and personalised playlists, such as Discover Weekly, set it apart from competitors, enhancing user engagement and satisfaction. Spotify has achieved significant milestones, including going public in 2018 and reaching over 500 million active users by 2023. As a pioneer in the streaming landscape, Spotify continues to shape the future of audio entertainment, solidifying its position as a market leader.
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As of 2020, Spotify AB reported total carbon emissions of approximately 169,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 2,600,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, which are related to purchased electricity, and a significant 166,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, encompassing indirect emissions from the value chain. Notably, there were no reported Scope 1 emissions. Currently, Spotify has not disclosed emissions data for the years 2023 and 2024, indicating a lack of specific figures for these periods. Furthermore, there are no stated reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, suggesting that while Spotify is aware of its carbon footprint, it has not yet formalised specific reduction initiatives. The emissions data for Spotify AB is cascaded from its parent company, Spotify Technology S.A., reflecting its current subsidiary status. This relationship may influence its overall sustainability strategy and reporting practices.
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Scope 1 | - |
Scope 2 | 2,600,000 |
Scope 3 | 166,300,000 |
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Spotify AB 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.