Blackbaud
Blackbaud, Inc., a leading provider of software and services for the non-profit sector, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1981, the company has established itself as a key player in the social good industry, offering innovative solutions that empower organisations to maximise their impact. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, Blackbaud focuses on areas such as fundraising, financial management, and donor engagement. Its core products, including Blackbaud CRM and Raiser’s Edge, are renowned for their user-friendly interfaces and robust analytics capabilities, setting them apart in a competitive market. Recognised for its commitment to social responsibility, Blackbaud has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for non-profits worldwide.
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Blackbaud's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Blackbaud reported total carbon emissions of approximately 17,989,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 9,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 611,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 17,369,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals that the majority stem from purchased goods and services, accounting for about 15,728,000 kg CO2e, followed by employee commuting at approximately 1,028,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Blackbaud's emissions have fluctuated, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalling 642,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 1,224,000 kg CO2e in 2021. Notably, in 2020, these emissions were recorded at 6,280,000 kg CO2e, indicating a significant reduction in subsequent years. Despite these figures, Blackbaud has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, such as those outlined by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Their climate commitments remain vague, with no documented reduction targets or climate pledges available. As a company headquartered in Great Britain, Blackbaud is positioned within an industry increasingly focused on sustainability and carbon footprint reduction, yet their current strategies and commitments in this area are not clearly defined.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | 0,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 |
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Blackbaud 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.
