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TikTok Inc.

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

How does TikTok Inc.'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.

23

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

TikTok Inc.'s score of 23 is lower than 80% 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

TikTok Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data or specific reduction targets. As of now, there are no documented initiatives or commitments related to carbon emissions reduction or climate pledges. This absence of data highlights a potential gap in transparency regarding their environmental impact and sustainability efforts. In the context of the industry, many companies are increasingly adopting science-based targets and committing to net-zero emissions, suggesting that TikTok may need to enhance its climate strategy to align with these emerging standards.

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

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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 TikTok Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

TikTok Inc. 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
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