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Twitter

Twitter, Inc., commonly known as Twitter, is a leading social media platform headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2006, Twitter has revolutionised the way individuals and businesses communicate, offering a unique microblogging service that allows users to share thoughts in real-time through short messages known as tweets. With a significant presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Twitter serves millions of users globally, making it a pivotal player in the digital communication industry. The platform's core services include social networking, advertising solutions, and data analytics, distinguished by its emphasis on brevity and immediacy. Recognised for its influential role in shaping public discourse, Twitter has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of trending topics and live event coverage, solidifying its position as a vital tool for news and engagement in the digital age.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Twitter'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.

23

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.

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Industry Benchmark

Twitter's score of 23 is lower than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Twitter's reported carbon emissions

As of the latest available data, Twitter has not publicly disclosed specific carbon emissions figures or detailed climate commitments. Without emissions data, it is challenging to assess their current environmental impact or progress towards sustainability goals. However, the absence of documented reduction targets or initiatives suggests that Twitter may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate strategy. In the broader context of the tech industry, many companies are increasingly adopting science-based targets and committing to net-zero emissions, indicating a growing trend towards accountability in carbon management. As Twitter navigates its climate commitments, stakeholders will be keen to see future disclosures that outline specific emissions data and reduction strategies.

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

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

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.

Twitter 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.

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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