Udacity, Inc., a leading online education platform, is headquartered in the United States and operates globally, focusing on the tech industry. Founded in 2011, Udacity has pioneered the concept of "nanodegrees," offering specialised programmes in areas such as data science, artificial intelligence, and programming. These unique credentials are designed in collaboration with industry leaders, ensuring that learners acquire relevant, in-demand skills. With a commitment to accessible, high-quality education, Udacity has positioned itself as a key player in the edtech sector. The platform has achieved notable milestones, including partnerships with major companies like Google and Amazon, enhancing its reputation and reach. By providing flexible, project-based learning experiences, Udacity empowers individuals to advance their careers in an ever-evolving job market.
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Udacity, Inc.'s score of 96 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Udacity, Inc., 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 Accenture plc, which influences its climate commitments and initiatives. While there are no documented reduction targets or specific climate pledges from Udacity, it inherits various sustainability initiatives from Accenture plc. These include participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), the RE100 initiative, and the Race to Zero campaign, all of which are aimed at promoting significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions across the corporate family. As a subsidiary, Udacity aligns with Accenture's broader climate strategies, although specific targets or achievements at the subsidiary level remain unspecified. The lack of direct emissions data highlights the need for enhanced transparency and commitment to climate action within the organisation.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 32,155,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 232,988,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 418,608,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Udacity, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 22% last year and increased by approximately 50% since 2013, 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 "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 40% 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.
Udacity, Inc. 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.