Greenpeace Sustainability Profile
Greenpeace, officially known as Greenpeace International, is a leading environmental organisation headquartered in the Netherlands. Founded in 1971, it has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia. The organisation is dedicated to addressing critical global issues such as climate change, deforestation, overfishing, and pollution. Greenpeace is renowned for its unique approach to advocacy, employing peaceful direct action and innovative campaigns to raise awareness and drive change. Its core services include research, lobbying, and grassroots activism, which have positioned it as a formidable force in the environmental sector. Notable achievements include significant contributions to international treaties and a strong market position as a trusted voice for ecological sustainability. Through its unwavering commitment to protecting the planet, Greenpeace continues to inspire individuals and communities worldwide.
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Greenpeace's score of 30 is higher than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Greenpeace's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Greenpeace reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,176,270 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 3,679,010 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile and stationary combustion, and Scope 2 emissions of around 141,000 kg CO2e, mainly from purchased electricity. The largest contribution came from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 6,356,250 kg CO2e, with significant sources being business travel (about 4,890,780 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 726,060 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2021, Greenpeace's total emissions were about 9,449,330 kg CO2e, indicating an increase in emissions in 2022. The breakdown for 2021 shows Scope 1 emissions at approximately 5,077,790 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 394,200 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 3,977,340 kg CO2e. Greenpeace has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The emissions data is cascaded from its parent organisation, Greenpeace Inc., reflecting the broader corporate family’s performance. Overall, Greenpeace's emissions profile highlights the ongoing challenges in reducing carbon footprints, particularly in Scope 3 categories, which often represent the most significant portion of total emissions for many organisations.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,947,970 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 697,540 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 12,582,440 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Greenpeace's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Greenpeace's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 60% last year and decreased by approximately 49% since 2014, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 62% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" being the largest emissions source at 77% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Greenpeace'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.
Greenpeace 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.
