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WhatsApp LLC, a subsidiary of Meta Platforms, Inc., is a leading player in the global messaging industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2009, WhatsApp has revolutionised communication with its user-friendly platform, which allows for instant messaging, voice, and video calls. The app is particularly popular in regions such as Europe, India, and Latin America, boasting over two billion active users worldwide. WhatsApp's core offerings include end-to-end encrypted messaging and a suite of features such as group chats, multimedia sharing, and business communication tools. Its commitment to privacy and security sets it apart from competitors. Notably, WhatsApp has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of WhatsApp Business, which empowers companies to connect with customers effectively. As a market leader, WhatsApp continues to shape the future of digital communication.
How does WhatsApp LLC'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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WhatsApp LLC's score of 82 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
WhatsApp LLC, headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for recent years. However, as a current subsidiary of Meta Platforms, Inc., it inherits significant climate commitments and initiatives from its parent company. Meta Platforms, Inc. has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, which include commitments to achieve net-zero emissions across its global operations. These targets are part of a broader strategy to address climate change and are cascaded down to WhatsApp LLC. While WhatsApp LLC does not report its own emissions figures, it aligns with Meta's sustainability goals, which encompass Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. The company is involved in various initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and the RE100, all aimed at enhancing transparency and accountability in its climate actions. In summary, while specific emissions data for WhatsApp LLC is not available, its climate commitments are closely tied to those of Meta Platforms, Inc., reflecting a strong dedication to reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainability within the tech industry.
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2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 9,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 545,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 156,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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.
WhatsApp LLC 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.