Vfs Global
VFS Global, headquartered in the United States, is a leading provider of visa and passport services, operating across major regions including Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Founded in 2001, the company has established itself as a pivotal player in the outsourcing industry, facilitating the visa application process for governments and their citizens. Specialising in visa processing, biometric enrolment, and passport services, VFS Global stands out for its commitment to customer service and technological innovation. The company has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with numerous governments and the successful handling of millions of applications annually. With a strong market position, VFS Global continues to enhance its offerings, ensuring a seamless experience for applicants worldwide.
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How does Vfs Global'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.
Industry Average
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Vfs Global's score of 36 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Vfs Global's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, VFS Global reported total carbon emissions of approximately 56,269,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 6,566,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 1,400,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 48,303,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Over the past five years, the company has demonstrated a trend of decreasing emissions, with a notable reduction from 109,071,000 kg CO2e in 2019 to the latest figure. The emissions data for previous years shows a consistent decline: in 2022, emissions were about 40,561,000 kg CO2e; in 2021, they were approximately 46,127,000 kg CO2e; and in 2020, emissions were around 66,768,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant commitment to reducing their carbon footprint. Despite these reductions, VFS Global has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company continues to focus on managing its emissions across all scopes, particularly in Scope 3, which represents the majority of its carbon footprint.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,169,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 60,490,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 86,186,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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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.
Vfs Global is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
