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TransUnion, a leading player in the computer and related services industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1968, the company has established itself as a key provider of credit reporting and risk management solutions, serving a diverse range of sectors including finance, insurance, and telecommunications.
With a strong presence across North America, TransUnion offers unique products such as credit scores, identity verification, and fraud detection services, which are designed to empower businesses and consumers alike. The company is recognised for its innovative use of data analytics, enabling clients to make informed decisions.
TransUnion's commitment to enhancing consumer trust and security has solidified its market position, making it a trusted partner for organisations seeking to navigate the complexities of credit and risk management.
51
DitchCarbon score
+13 vs industry average
Transunion’s score of 51 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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Industry Intensity
Low
Computer Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.246
20182025
The Computer Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 11% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
202020212022202320242025202620272028
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Transunion's reported carbon emissions
TransUnion, a US-based company in the Computer and related services industry, reported global carbon emissions of approximately 215,229,000 kg CO2e in 2025. This includes 552,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 27,000 kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2 emissions, and 206,553,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Key contributors to Scope 3 emissions in 2025 were purchased goods and services (106,566,000 kg CO2e), capital goods (54,271,000 kg CO2e), and employee commuting (12,930,000 kg CO2e).
In 2024, TransUnion's reported global emissions included 286,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 20 kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2. Select Scope 3 categories included 10,802,000 kg CO2e from business travel and 8,315,000 kg CO2e from upstream leased assets. For 2023, the company reported 308,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 556,000 kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2. Significant Scope 3 emissions for 2023 included 8,426,000 kg CO2e from business travel and 9,247,000 kg CO2e from upstream leased assets.
TransUnion has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for operational net zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025, using a 2019 baseline. Additionally, the company is targeting a 30% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from upstream leased real estate by 2030, also against a 2019 baseline. While TransUnion is committed to these targets, its near-term Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) commitment status is listed as "Committed" as of July 2024.
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Transunion’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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