TikTok Inc. Sustainability Profile
TikTok Inc., a subsidiary of ByteDance, is a leading player in the social media industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2016, TikTok has rapidly evolved into a global phenomenon, particularly popular among younger audiences, with significant operational regions across North America, Europe, and Asia. The platform is renowned for its short-form video content, allowing users to create, share, and discover engaging clips that often feature music, dance, and creative challenges. TikTok's unique algorithm personalises user experiences, setting it apart from competitors and driving its explosive growth. With over a billion active users worldwide, TikTok has established itself as a dominant force in digital marketing and entertainment, achieving notable milestones such as being the most downloaded app in 2020. Its innovative approach continues to reshape the landscape of social media, making it a key player in the industry.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
TikTok Inc.'s score of 23 is lower than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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TikTok Inc.'s reported carbon emissions
As of the latest available data, TikTok Inc. does not report specific carbon emissions figures, indicating a lack of disclosed emissions data. The company is a current subsidiary and may inherit climate commitments and emissions data from its parent organization, but no specific figures or targets have been provided. TikTok Inc. has not outlined any reduction initiatives or science-based targets (SBTi) for emissions reduction. The absence of documented climate pledges or reduction targets suggests that the company is still in the early stages of formalising its climate strategy. In the context of the industry, many technology companies are increasingly focusing on sustainability and carbon neutrality, often setting ambitious targets to reduce their carbon footprints. TikTok's current lack of specific emissions data and commitments may reflect a need for further development in its environmental strategy to align with industry standards.
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TikTok Inc.'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.
TikTok Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
