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VK International Public Joint-Stock Company

VK International Public Joint-Stock Company, commonly referred to as VK, is a prominent player in the technology and social media industry, headquartered in Russia. Founded in 2006, VK has rapidly evolved into a leading platform, primarily serving the Russian-speaking community across various operational regions, including Eastern Europe and Central Asia. The company is renowned for its core offerings, which include social networking services, online advertising, and digital content distribution. VK distinguishes itself through its user-friendly interface and comprehensive features that cater to diverse user needs. With a strong market position, VK has achieved significant milestones, including millions of active users and a robust advertising ecosystem, solidifying its status as a key competitor in the digital landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does VK International Public Joint-Stock Company'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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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.

25

Industry Benchmark

VK International Public Joint-Stock Company's score of 20 is lower than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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VK International Public Joint-Stock Company's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, VK International Public Joint-Stock Company reported its carbon emissions data, although specific figures for total emissions in kg CO2e were not disclosed. The company operates globally and generated revenue of approximately USD 1.09 billion during that year. While there are no specific reduction targets or climate pledges outlined in their documentation, VK has indicated a focus on energy efficiency, particularly in their data centres. For instance, the average annual Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of a M-100 data centre using a liquid cooling system was reported at 1.04, with a peak calculated PUE of 1.15 for a new data centre. Currently, VK has not disclosed any emissions data related to Scope 1, 2, or 3, nor have they established any science-based targets for emissions reduction. This lack of specific commitments highlights an opportunity for VK to enhance its climate strategy and transparency in emissions reporting.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. VK International Public Joint-Stock Company'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 VK International Public Joint-Stock Company is in RU, which has a medium 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.

VK International Public Joint-Stock Company 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
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