Esker Sustainability Profile
Esker, a leading provider of cloud-based document process automation solutions, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across Europe and Asia. Founded in 1985, the company has established itself in the business process outsourcing industry, focusing on streamlining order processing, invoicing, and document management. Esker’s core offerings include its innovative Esker on Demand platform, which uniquely combines artificial intelligence with automation to enhance efficiency and accuracy in document workflows. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as being recognised for its commitment to customer satisfaction and operational excellence. With a strong market position, Esker serves a diverse range of industries, helping organisations reduce costs and improve productivity. Its dedication to continuous improvement and technological advancement has solidified its reputation as a trusted partner in digital transformation.
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Esker's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Esker reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,721,000 kg CO2e, comprising 101,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 42,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 4,578,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions were significantly influenced by business travel, which accounted for 671,000 kg CO2e. Esker has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions by 2030. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, with a specific goal to reduce Scope 2 emissions by 50% from a 2020 baseline by 2030. These commitments reflect Esker's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint. The emissions data for Esker is cascaded from its parent company, Esker Inc., indicating a corporate family relationship that influences its sustainability reporting. The company is actively working towards its reduction targets, demonstrating a commitment to environmental responsibility within its operational framework.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 381,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 629,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,390,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Esker's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Esker's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 144% last year and increased by approximately 258% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 66% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Esker's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Esker has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
