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Activision Blizzard

Activision Blizzard, Inc., a leading name in the gaming industry, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 2003 through the merger of Activision and Blizzard Entertainment, the company has since become a powerhouse in video game development and publishing. Renowned for its iconic franchises such as Call of Duty, World of Warcraft, and Overwatch, Activision Blizzard excels in creating immersive gaming experiences that resonate with millions worldwide. The company has achieved remarkable milestones, including pioneering advancements in online gaming and esports. With a strong market position, Activision Blizzard continues to shape the future of interactive entertainment, consistently delivering innovative products that captivate players and redefine industry standards.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Activision Blizzard'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.

32

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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Activision Blizzard's score of 32 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Activision Blizzard's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, Activision Blizzard reported total carbon emissions of approximately 275,300,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 22,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, representing indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions, about 252,000,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses all other indirect emissions in the value chain. Activision Blizzard has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, with interim targets set to begin in 2023. This long-term commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), indicating a structured approach to reducing their carbon footprint. The company is actively working towards these goals, reflecting a growing trend in the software and services sector to address climate change and enhance sustainability practices.

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2021
Scope 1
1,300,000
Scope 2
22,000,000
Scope 3
252,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Activision Blizzard'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. Activision Blizzard is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Activision Blizzard is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.

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CDP
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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