StoneCo Ltd., a prominent player in the financial technology sector, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across Brazil. Founded in 2012, the company has rapidly established itself as a leader in providing integrated payment solutions and financial services tailored for merchants of all sizes. StoneCo's core offerings include point-of-sale systems, payment processing, and software solutions that enhance the customer experience. What sets StoneCo apart is its commitment to innovation and customer-centric services, which have garnered significant market share in the competitive fintech landscape. With a strong focus on empowering businesses through technology, StoneCo has achieved notable milestones, including a successful IPO in 2018. The company continues to solidify its position as a trusted partner for merchants, driving growth and efficiency in the evolving digital economy.
How does StoneCo Ltd'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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In 2023, StoneCo Ltd reported total carbon emissions of approximately 28,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes 8,766,560 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from mobile combustion, which accounted for about 8,627,750 kg CO2e. Scope 2 emissions were reported at 250,250 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions reached approximately 11,366,040 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from employee commuting (about 6,453,790 kg CO2e) and business travel (approximately 3,084,580 kg CO2e). In 2022, the company’s total emissions were about 19,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 7,522,210 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 146,500 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 4,886,470 kg CO2e. This indicates a notable increase in emissions from 2022 to 2023. Despite the increase in emissions, StoneCo Ltd has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction strategies suggests a need for further action in addressing their carbon footprint and aligning with industry standards for climate accountability.
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2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 7,522,210 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 146,500 | 000,000 |
Scope 3 | 4,886,470 | 00,000,000 |
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StoneCo Ltd 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.