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Vnet

Vnet, officially known as Vnet Group, is a leading provider of cloud computing and data centre services headquartered in China. Established in 2009, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across major regions, including Asia-Pacific and North America, positioning itself as a key player in the technology industry. Specialising in cloud infrastructure, Vnet offers a range of services, including dedicated servers, virtual private cloud solutions, and data centre management. What sets Vnet apart is its commitment to high-performance, scalable solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of businesses. With a strong market presence, Vnet has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with global tech giants and recognition for its innovative approach to cloud services. As a trusted name in the industry, Vnet continues to drive digital transformation for enterprises worldwide.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Vnet'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.

29

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

Vnet's score of 29 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Vnet's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, Vnet reported total carbon emissions of approximately 986,666,310 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 18,671,740 kg CO2e, primarily from direct operations, and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 670,678,310 kg CO2e, mainly from purchased electricity and heat. Additionally, Vnet's Scope 3 emissions totalled around 297,316,260 kg CO2e, which encompasses indirect emissions from business travel, employee commuting, and leased assets. Vnet has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, with a long-term target set under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This commitment covers all scopes of emissions, reflecting the company's dedication to comprehensive climate action. As part of its sustainability strategy, Vnet aims to align its operations with global climate goals, although specific near-term reduction targets have not been disclosed. Overall, Vnet's climate commitments and substantial emissions data highlight its role in addressing climate change within the software and services sector, particularly in China.

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2021
Scope 1
18,671,740
Scope 2
670,678,310
Scope 3
297,316,260

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Vnet'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. Vnet is headquartered in CN, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Vnet is committed to some 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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