Teradata Sustainability Profile
Teradata Corporation, commonly referred to as Teradata, is a leading provider of data and analytics solutions headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1979, the company has established itself as a key player in the data warehousing and analytics industry, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Teradata's core offerings include advanced data management, analytics, and cloud solutions, which are designed to help organisations harness the power of their data for strategic decision-making. What sets Teradata apart is its ability to integrate large volumes of data from diverse sources, enabling businesses to gain actionable insights. With a strong market position, Teradata has received numerous accolades for its innovative technology and customer-centric approach, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner for enterprises seeking to optimise their data strategies.
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Teradata's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Teradata Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 90,596,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 142,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 2,714,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 82,842,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the largest components of Scope 3 emissions were from purchased goods and services (about 36,317,000 kg CO2e) and the use of sold products (approximately 24,398,000 kg CO2e). Teradata has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. In the near term, the company targets a 34% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025, based on 2021 levels. Additionally, Teradata has committed to reducing Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 46% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline, as validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). These commitments reflect Teradata's proactive approach to addressing climate change and align with industry standards for emissions reduction. The company is actively measuring and working to reduce its Scope 3 emissions as part of its broader sustainability strategy.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 147,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 19,048,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Teradata's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Teradata's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 17% last year and decreased by approximately 63% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 44% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Teradata's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Teradata has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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