Worldline SA, headquartered in France, is a leading player in the global payments and transactional services industry. Founded in 1970, the company has established a strong presence across Europe and beyond, providing innovative solutions that cater to various sectors, including retail, banking, and e-commerce. Worldline's core offerings encompass payment processing, digital banking, and merchant services, distinguished by their commitment to security and customer-centric technology. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the acquisition of Ingenico in 2020, which solidified its position as a top-tier provider in the payments landscape. With a focus on sustainability and digital transformation, Worldline continues to drive advancements in the industry, making it a trusted partner for businesses seeking to enhance their payment solutions and customer experiences.
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In 2024, Worldline reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 350,357,000 kg CO2e, comprising 7,347,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,423,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 340,587,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 325,152,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 7,187,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 2,875,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching 315,090,000 kg CO2e. Worldline has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 25% by 2025 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, the company has committed to a long-term target of achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, which includes a 90% reduction in Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions from a 2022 baseline. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. The company also aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and the use of sold products by 7.4% by 2025. Furthermore, Worldline has set a near-term target to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2022 baseline, alongside a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Overall, Worldline's climate strategy reflects a strong commitment to sustainability and significant reductions in carbon emissions, contributing to the broader goals of climate action and environmental responsibility.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Worldline's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 8% last year and increased by approximately 1% since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 51% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Worldline has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.


Common questions about Worldline's sustainability data and climate commitments