Toast
Toast, Inc., commonly referred to as Toast, is a leading technology company headquartered in the United States, primarily serving the restaurant industry. Founded in 2012, Toast has rapidly evolved into a comprehensive platform that offers point-of-sale (POS) systems, payment processing, and restaurant management solutions. With a strong presence across major operational regions in North America, Toast has established itself as a vital partner for food service businesses. The company’s unique offerings include an all-in-one POS system that integrates seamlessly with various restaurant operations, enhancing efficiency and customer experience. Toast's commitment to innovation has garnered significant recognition, positioning it as a market leader in restaurant technology. Notable achievements include substantial funding rounds and a growing customer base, solidifying its reputation as a trusted solution for modern dining establishments.
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Toast's score of 37 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Toast's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Toast reported total carbon emissions of approximately 279,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 279,583,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 57,991,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This represents a significant increase in emissions compared to 2022, where Scope 1 emissions were about 242,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were approximately 156,745,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were around 34,068,000 kg CO2e. The data indicates that Toast has not set specific reduction targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges. The company has not disclosed any significant reduction initiatives or commitments, which may reflect a broader industry context where many organisations are still developing their climate strategies. Toast's emissions data is self-reported and does not cascade from a parent organisation, ensuring that the figures are directly reflective of its operations. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, contributing to transparency in its environmental impact.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 128,628,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 5,244,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,774,718,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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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.
Toast 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.
