Yelp Inc., a prominent player in the online review platform industry, is headquartered in San Francisco, California, and operates extensively across the United States and internationally. Founded in 2004, Yelp has revolutionised the way consumers discover local businesses, offering a comprehensive database of user-generated reviews and ratings.
The platform's core services include business listings, customer reviews, and advertising solutions, which empower users to make informed decisions while helping businesses enhance their visibility. Yelp's unique approach to community engagement and transparency has solidified its position as a trusted resource for millions seeking recommendations for dining, shopping, and services.
With over 200 million reviews, Yelp has achieved significant milestones, including its initial public offering in 2012, establishing itself as a leader in the local search and discovery market.
+7 vs industry average
Yelp’s score of 39 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Business Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Business Services industry has increased its overall emissions by 24% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Yelp's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Yelp reported total carbon emissions of approximately 30.6 million kg CO2e, comprising 332,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,670,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and about 30.1 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a decrease from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 32.2 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 324,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 1,216,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at about 30.6 million kg CO2e. Yelp has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. In 2023, the company achieved a significant milestone, reporting a 12.5% reduction in emissions compared to 2022, marking a crucial step towards its net zero goal. The company continues to focus on enhancing its sustainability practices while addressing its carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions.
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Yelp’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2023
12.5% reduction in Scope 1
Yelp reported a 12.5% reduction in emissions compared to 2022, marking a significant step toward our net zero goal.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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