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Suse

SUSE, officially known as SUSE Linux GmbH, is a leading provider of open-source software solutions, headquartered in Nuremberg, Germany. Founded in 1992, SUSE has established itself as a key player in the enterprise software industry, particularly in the realms of Linux operating systems and cloud infrastructure. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, SUSE offers a range of innovative products, including SUSE Linux Enterprise Server and SUSE OpenStack Cloud. These solutions are distinguished by their reliability, scalability, and robust support for diverse workloads. Recognised for its commitment to open-source principles, SUSE has achieved significant milestones, including being the first company to offer a commercially supported Linux distribution. Its market position is further solidified by a loyal customer base and numerous industry accolades, reflecting its dedication to empowering businesses through flexible and secure technology solutions.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Suse'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.

37

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

25

Industry Benchmark

Suse's score of 37 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Suse's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, SUSE reported total carbon emissions of approximately 33,751,800 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 162,500 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 1,794,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 32,751,800 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The combined total for Scope 1 and 2 emissions was about 2,818,500 kg CO2e. SUSE has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. This reduction strategy includes transitioning to renewable energy sources for their offices and limiting travel, with a near-term target set for 2023 to 2025. The company is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and climate action within the tech industry.

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20202021
Scope 1
173,800
000,000
Scope 2
4,446,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
17,261,000
00,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Suse's primary industry is Computer and related services (72), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Suse is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Suse 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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