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Transunion

TransUnion, a leading global information and insights company, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1968, TransUnion has established itself as a key player in the credit reporting industry, providing essential services that empower businesses and consumers alike. The company offers a diverse range of products, including credit reports, risk management solutions, and identity protection services, all designed to enhance decision-making and mitigate risk. TransUnion's unique data analytics capabilities set it apart, enabling clients to gain deeper insights into consumer behaviour and creditworthiness. With a strong market position, TransUnion has achieved notable milestones, including significant advancements in data security and consumer education. As a trusted partner in the financial services sector, TransUnion continues to innovate, helping businesses navigate the complexities of credit and identity management.

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61

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

Transunion's score of 61 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Transunion's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, TransUnion reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,582,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 308,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 556,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and about 8,744,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This represents a significant reduction from 2022, where total emissions were approximately 10,531,000 kg CO2e. TransUnion has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for operational net zero emissions for Scope 1 and 2 by the end of 2025. Additionally, the company targets a 30% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from upstream leased real estate by 2030, using 2019 as a baseline. These initiatives reflect TransUnion's commitment to addressing its carbon footprint and contributing to global climate goals. The company has demonstrated a proactive approach to sustainability, with a focus on reducing emissions intensity and enhancing operational efficiency. As part of the professional services sector, TransUnion's efforts align with industry standards for climate action and corporate responsibility.

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Scope 1
242,000
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Scope 2
8,180,000
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Scope 3
10,369,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
00,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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

Location emissions intensity

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

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Transunion is participating in some 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
Reduction Actions

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