Thinkstep
Thinkstep, officially known as Thinkstep AG, is a leading provider of sustainability software and consulting services, headquartered in Germany. Founded in 2001, the company has established a strong presence in Europe and North America, focusing on helping businesses integrate sustainability into their operations. Specialising in life cycle assessment (LCA), carbon footprinting, and sustainability reporting, Thinkstep offers unique solutions that empower organisations to make informed decisions. Their flagship product, the GaBi software suite, is renowned for its comprehensive databases and user-friendly interface, setting a benchmark in the industry. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Thinkstep has garnered recognition for its contributions to environmental management, positioning itself as a trusted partner for companies aiming to enhance their sustainability performance.
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Thinkstep's reported carbon emissions
In 2018, Thinkstep reported total carbon emissions of approximately 307,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 38,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 27,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions were significantly influenced by business travel, which accounted for about 299,050 kg CO2e. This data reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering all three scopes. Over the years, Thinkstep has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2017, the company recorded Scope 1 emissions of about 202,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of 38,600 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 24,000 kg CO2e. The trend shows a gradual increase in emissions from 2015 to 2018, with Scope 1 emissions rising from approximately 402,000 kg CO2e in 2015 to 307,000 kg CO2e in 2018. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed, Thinkstep is a current subsidiary of Thinkstep AG, with emissions data cascaded from this parent organisation. The climate commitments and reduction strategies are likely aligned with broader corporate sustainability goals, although specific targets from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other frameworks were not provided. Overall, Thinkstep's emissions data highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and reporting in the context of climate commitments, reflecting a need for strategic initiatives to address and reduce carbon emissions effectively.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 534,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 103,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 48,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
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Thinkstep 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.
