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Techtarget Sustainability Profile

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TechTarget, Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a leading provider of online content and marketing services tailored for the technology sector. Founded in 1999, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America and Europe. Specialising in IT and enterprise technology, TechTarget offers a suite of services that includes targeted content creation, lead generation, and data analytics. Its unique approach to delivering high-quality, relevant information helps technology professionals make informed decisions. Recognised for its innovative solutions, TechTarget has achieved significant milestones, including a robust portfolio of industry-specific websites and a strong market position as a trusted resource for IT buyers and vendors alike. With a commitment to excellence, TechTarget continues to shape the landscape of technology marketing and information dissemination.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Techtarget's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

62

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

32

Industry Benchmark

Techtarget's score of 62 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

77%

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Techtarget's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Informa plc

As of the latest available data, TechTarget, Inc. does not report specific carbon emissions figures in kg CO2e. However, the company is committed to significant climate action through its parent organisation, Informa plc. TechTarget has inherited climate commitments from Informa, which includes a target to achieve net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across all scopes by 2040. In the near term, TechTarget aims to reach net zero for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025. This commitment reflects a proactive approach to reducing direct and indirect emissions associated with their operations. The initiatives are part of a broader strategy to align with industry standards and contribute to global climate goals. TechTarget's climate commitments are indicative of a growing trend among companies to prioritise sustainability and reduce their carbon footprint, particularly in the technology sector.

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Scope 1
1,188,000
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Scope 2
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0,000,000
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00,000,000
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000,000
000,000
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000,000
000,000
000,000
Scope 3
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00,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Techtarget's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Techtarget's primary industry is Computer Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Techtarget's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Techtarget is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Techtarget's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Techtarget's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 3% last year and increased by approximately 57% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" being the largest emissions source at 73% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Business Travel
73%
Employee Commuting
19%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
8%

Techtarget'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.

Techtarget 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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