Upwork
Upwork Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a leading platform in the freelance marketplace industry, connecting businesses with skilled professionals across various sectors. Founded in 2015 through the merger of Elance and oDesk, Upwork has since established itself as a pivotal player in remote work solutions, facilitating millions of projects globally. With a focus on technology, creative services, and professional consulting, Upwork offers a unique blend of talent sourcing and project management tools. Its user-friendly interface and robust vetting processes set it apart, ensuring clients access top-tier freelancers. Notable achievements include a vast network of over 18 million registered freelancers and a strong market position as one of the largest platforms for remote work, making it an essential resource for businesses seeking flexible staffing solutions.
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How does Upwork'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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Upwork's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Upwork reported total carbon emissions of approximately 13,372,100 kg CO2e, primarily from Scope 3 emissions, which include significant contributions from purchased goods and services (about 12,797,100 kg CO2e), business travel (approximately 385,000 kg CO2e), and employee commuting (around 190,100 kg CO2e). The company also disclosed Scope 1 and 2 emissions, with a total of about 18,200 kg CO2e on a market-based approach. Comparatively, in 2022, Upwork's total emissions were about 7,283,700 kg CO2e, again predominantly from Scope 3, with purchased goods and services accounting for approximately 6,621,900 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant increase in emissions year-on-year, highlighting the need for enhanced climate strategies. Upwork has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, and all figures are directly reported by Upwork Inc. As the company continues to grow, addressing its carbon footprint will be crucial for aligning with global climate goals.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 32,960 | 00,000 | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 860,100 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Upwork 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.
