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Pinterest, Inc., commonly known as Pinterest, is a leading player in the computer and related services industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2010, Pinterest has rapidly evolved into a visual discovery platform that allows users to find and save creative ideas across various categories, including home décor, fashion, and cooking.
With a strong presence in North America and expanding operations globally, Pinterest offers unique services that combine social networking with visual search technology. Its core product, the Pinterest platform, stands out for its user-friendly interface and innovative features, such as visual search and personalised recommendations.
Recognised for its significant impact on digital marketing and e-commerce, Pinterest has achieved notable milestones, including a successful IPO in 2019. As a trusted resource for inspiration, Pinterest continues to solidify its market position, attracting millions of users and businesses seeking to engage with their audiences creatively.
+34 vs industry average
Pinterest’s score of 72 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Computer Services has below-average carbon intensity
The Computer Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 11% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Pinterest's latest reported emissions data from 2025 indicates total emissions of approximately 114,607,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of approximately 324,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of about 110,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 114,173,000 kg CO2e. Key categories contributing to Scope 3 include purchased goods and services (approximately 83,728,000 kg CO2e), business travel (about 13,939,000 kg CO2e), and capital goods (approximately 13,595,000 kg CO2e).
Looking back, in 2024, Pinterest's total emissions were approximately 106,263,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 570,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at roughly 1,600 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 105,692,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company reported total emissions of around 116,164,000 kg CO2e, comprising approximately 602,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 278,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 115,284,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3.
Pinterest has set Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved near-term targets. The company commits to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 39% by 2027 from a 2019 base year. Additionally, Pinterest aims to increase active annual sourcing of renewable electricity to 100% by 2023 and maintain it through 2030, up from 34% in 2019. For Scope 3 emissions, Pinterest is committed to a 70% reduction per USD gross profit by 2027 from a 2019 base year. Separately, Pinterest also aims to achieve a 50% reduction in its Scope 1 emissions and a 50% reduction in its Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using a 2021 baseline.
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70% reduction in scope 3 total
Pinterest commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 39% by 2027 from a 2019 base year. Pinterest also commits to increase activ…
2027
39% reduction in Scope 2
Pinterest commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 39% by 2027 from a 2019 base year. Pinterest also commits to increase activ…
2027
39% reduction in Scope 1
Pinterest commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 39% by 2027 from a 2019 base year. Pinterest also commits to increase activ…
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