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Zhihu Inc.

Zhihu Inc., a prominent player in the Chinese internet landscape, is headquartered in Beijing, CN. Founded in 2010, the company has rapidly evolved within the knowledge-sharing industry, primarily focusing on its flagship platform, Zhihu, which serves as a question-and-answer community. This platform distinguishes itself through its high-quality user-generated content and a diverse range of topics, attracting millions of users seeking expert insights and peer advice. Over the years, Zhihu has expanded its offerings to include paid content, live-streaming services, and a subscription model, enhancing user engagement and monetisation opportunities. As a leader in the knowledge-sharing sector, Zhihu Inc. has achieved significant milestones, including a successful IPO in 2021, solidifying its market position and commitment to fostering a culture of knowledge exchange in China and beyond.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Zhihu Inc.'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.

20

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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Zhihu Inc.'s score of 20 is lower than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Zhihu Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Zhihu Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 869,110 kg CO2e, with all emissions classified under Scope 2. Notably, the company did not report any Scope 1 emissions, indicating that their direct emissions from owned or controlled sources are non-existent. Zhihu has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented climate pledges or commitments suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. Overall, while Zhihu Inc. has made strides in understanding its emissions profile, further commitments and reduction strategies will be essential for aligning with industry standards and addressing climate change effectively.

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869,110
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Zhihu Inc.'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. This request for Zhihu Inc. is in CN, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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.

Zhihu 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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