Suse
SUSE, officially known as SUSE Linux GmbH, is a leading provider of open-source software solutions, headquartered in Nuremberg, Germany. Founded in 1992, SUSE has established itself as a key player in the enterprise software industry, particularly in the realms of Linux operating systems and cloud infrastructure. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, SUSE offers a range of innovative products, including SUSE Linux Enterprise Server and SUSE OpenStack Cloud. These solutions are distinguished by their reliability, scalability, and robust support for diverse workloads. Recognised for its commitment to open-source principles, SUSE has achieved significant milestones, including being the first company to offer a commercially supported Linux distribution. Its market position is further solidified by a loyal customer base and numerous industry accolades, reflecting its dedication to empowering businesses through flexible and secure technology solutions.
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Suse's score of 27 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Suse's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, SUSE reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 32,751,800 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 162,500 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 1,794,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 32,751,800 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The previous year, 2020, saw total emissions of about 17,261,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 alone, alongside 173,800 kg CO2e (Scope 1) and 3,458,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2). SUSE has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company targets a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions, specifically from purchased goods and services and business travel, also by 2030. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. SUSE's commitment to sustainability reflects its proactive approach to addressing climate change within the software and services sector, positioning itself as a responsible corporate entity in the global market.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 173,800 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,446,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 17,261,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Suse is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
