TransUnion Corporation, a leading global information and insights provider, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1968, the company has established itself as a key player in the credit reporting industry, offering a range of services that include credit risk management, fraud detection, and identity verification. With a strong presence across North America, Europe, and Asia, TransUnion serves various sectors, including financial services, healthcare, and telecommunications. The company’s core products, such as credit reports and analytics, are designed to empower businesses and consumers alike, enabling informed decision-making. TransUnion's commitment to innovation and data security has positioned it as a trusted partner in the marketplace. Notably, the company has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its data solutions and strategic acquisitions, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the information services industry.
How does TransUnion Corporation'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.
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TransUnion Corporation's score of 61 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
TransUnion Corporation, headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures in kg CO2e. The company is a current subsidiary of TransUnion, which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. Despite the lack of specific emissions data, TransUnion has not outlined any formal reduction targets or initiatives, such as those associated with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. This suggests that while the company is part of a larger corporate family, it has yet to establish or disclose significant climate commitments or reduction strategies. As a participant in the broader financial services industry, TransUnion's climate strategy may be informed by industry standards and practices, but specific details on their commitments remain unclear. The absence of reported emissions and reduction targets highlights an opportunity for TransUnion to enhance its transparency and accountability regarding climate action.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 242,000 | 0,000 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 10,369,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00 |
| Scope 3 | 10,369,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
TransUnion Corporation's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 4% last year and increased by approximately 88% since 2019, 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 "Business Travel" being the largest emissions source at 55% 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.
TransUnion Corporation 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.