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.
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Zhihu Inc.'s score of 23 is lower than 64% 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, all of which fall under Scope 2 emissions, indicating that these emissions are primarily associated with the electricity consumed by the company. Notably, there were no Scope 1 emissions reported, reflecting a lack of direct emissions from owned or controlled sources. Zhihu has set a near-term reduction target to decrease per capita electricity consumption at its Beijing location by 5% by the end of 2027, using 2022 as the baseline year. This commitment demonstrates the company's proactive approach to managing its energy use and reducing its carbon footprint. As of now, Zhihu does not have any Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) targets or additional climate pledges, indicating that their climate commitments are currently focused on internal efficiency improvements rather than broader industry targets. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, ensuring that the figures are specific to Zhihu Inc. and its operations.
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| Scope 2 | 869,110 |
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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.
