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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In 2024, Toast reported total carbon emissions of approximately 156,446,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 436,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,300,000 kg CO2e (location-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 155,983,000 kg CO2e. The latter includes major contributions from the use of sold products (about 69,983,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 69,361,000 kg CO2e). In 2023, Toast's global emissions were approximately 136,112,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 509,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 981,000 kg CO2e (location-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 135,632,000 kg CO2e. The company has shown a slight reduction in total emissions from 2022, where emissions were reported at about 211,583,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Toast has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The emissions data is not cascaded from a parent company, indicating that Toast, Inc. independently reports its carbon footprint. The company continues to monitor and disclose its emissions across all scopes, contributing to transparency in its climate commitments.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 128,628,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 5,244,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,774,718,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Toast's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 15% last year and decreased by approximately 91% since 2020, 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 "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 45% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Toast 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.
