Valid S.A., headquartered in Brazil, is a leading player in the technology and services industry, specialising in secure identification and digital solutions. Founded in 1957, the company has established a strong presence across Latin America, with significant operations in Brazil and other key regions. Valid S.A. offers a diverse range of products and services, including secure documents, digital identity solutions, and payment systems, distinguished by their innovative technology and commitment to security. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as expanding its portfolio to include advanced digital solutions that cater to the evolving needs of businesses and governments. With a robust market position, Valid S.A. is recognised for its expertise in secure identification, making it a trusted partner for clients seeking reliable and cutting-edge solutions in an increasingly digital world.
How does Valid S.A.'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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Valid S.A.'s score of 26 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Valid S.A. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,832,000 kg CO2e across its operations in Argentina, Brazil, China, Mexico, and globally. The breakdown of emissions includes 62,410 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 669,120 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 251,670 kg CO2e from Scope 3 in Argentina. In China, emissions totalled about 10,783,670 kg CO2e, with 23,120 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,669,830 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 9,090,720 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Globally, emissions were reported at 196,800 kg CO2e, primarily from Scope 1 (177,210 kg CO2e) and Scope 3 (19,590 kg CO2e). In Mexico, Valid S.A. recorded 1,070,620 kg CO2e, with no Scope 1 emissions, 55,180 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,015,440 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Despite these emissions figures, Valid S.A. has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for improvement in their sustainability strategy. The company does not inherit emissions data from any parent organization, and all reported figures are derived directly from Valid S.A.'s own disclosures.
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| Scope 1 | 177,210 | 
| Scope 2 | - | 
| Scope 3 | 19,590 | 
Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 83% 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.
Valid S.A. 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.
