Wikimedia Foundation, Inc.
Wikimedia Foundation, Inc., commonly known as the Wikimedia Foundation, is a non-profit organisation headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2003, it has become a pivotal player in the digital knowledge landscape, primarily operating in the fields of online education and information dissemination. The foundation is best known for its flagship project, Wikipedia, which offers free access to a vast repository of knowledge in multiple languages. In addition to Wikipedia, the Wikimedia Foundation supports various other projects, including Wikimedia Commons and Wikidata, each designed to enhance the accessibility and sharing of information. With a commitment to open-source principles and community-driven content, the foundation has established itself as a leader in the global knowledge-sharing movement. Its notable achievements include fostering a collaborative environment that empowers millions of contributors worldwide, solidifying its position as a trusted source of information.
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Wikimedia Foundation, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Wikimedia Foundation, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,140,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 2,823,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 2,112,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 1,208,000 kg CO2e, primarily from purchased goods and services. Wikimedia has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 emissions to near zero by 2025 and similarly targeting near-zero emissions for Scope 2 by the same year. Additionally, the organisation has established a goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 42% in its operations by 2029, using 2019 as a baseline. This commitment applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Furthermore, there is a target to achieve a 15% reduction in emissions by 2030, compared to a 2020 baseline. Wikimedia's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that these figures and commitments are independently reported. The foundation's proactive approach to sustainability reflects its dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,219,070 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 860,410 | - | - | - | 0,000,000 |
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Wikimedia Foundation, Inc. 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.
