Groupon Sustainability Profile
Groupon, officially known as Groupon, Inc., is a leading e-commerce marketplace headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2008, the company has revolutionised the way consumers discover and engage with local businesses, offering a diverse range of deals and discounts across various sectors, including travel, dining, and entertainment. With a strong presence in major operational regions such as North America and Europe, Groupon connects millions of users with unique experiences and savings. The platform's core offerings include daily deals, vouchers, and local experiences, setting it apart through its user-friendly interface and personalised recommendations. Notable achievements include its rapid growth to become a household name in the online discount industry, solidifying its market position as a go-to resource for savvy shoppers seeking value.
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Groupon's score of 51 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Groupon's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Groupon reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 7,194,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,235,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 5,959,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 63% by 2033, using 2018 as the baseline year. Additionally, Groupon is targeting a 37.5% reduction in its absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect a commitment to maintaining global temperature increases within 1.5°C. Groupon's emissions data is sourced directly from Groupon, Inc., with no cascaded data from parent companies. The company is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a proactive approach to climate responsibility in the trading and commercial services sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,657,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 7,350,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - |
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Groupon'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.
Groupon has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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