TransUnion, a leading player in the computer and related services industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1968, the company has established itself as a key provider of credit reporting and risk management solutions, serving a diverse range of sectors including finance, insurance, and telecommunications.
With a strong presence across North America, TransUnion offers unique products such as credit scores, identity verification, and fraud detection services, which are designed to empower businesses and consumers alike. The company is recognised for its innovative use of data analytics, enabling clients to make informed decisions.
TransUnion's commitment to enhancing consumer trust and security has solidified its market position, making it a trusted partner for organisations seeking to navigate the complexities of credit and risk management.
+15 vs industry average
Transunion’s score of 55 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Computer Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Computer Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Transunion's reported carbon emissions
TransUnion's greenhouse gas emissions for 2025 totalled approximately 212.9 million kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 552,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of approximately 27,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of about 206.6 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were primarily driven by purchased goods and services (approximately 106.6 million kg CO2e) and capital goods (around 54.3 million kg CO2e). For 2024, TransUnion reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 286,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based emissions of about 20 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions reported for 2024 include business travel (approximately 10.8 million kg CO2e), upstream leased assets (around 8.3 million kg CO2e), and waste generated in operations (approximately 393,000 kg CO2e). In 2023, TransUnion's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 308,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 market-based emissions of about 556,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for this year included upstream leased assets (around 9.2 million kg CO2e), business travel (approximately 8.4 million kg CO2e), and waste generated in operations (approximately 1.1 million kg CO2e). TransUnion has set climate commitments, including a target to achieve operational net zero for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025, established in 2021. They have also set a target for a 30% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from upstream leased real estate by 2030, using a 2019 baseline. The company is tracking well against its near-term Scope 2 net zero target.
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Transunion’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2025
We set two targets in 2021 to reach operational net zero (Sc…
We set two targets in 2021 to reach operational net zero (Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (“GHG”) emissions) by the end of 2025 and 30% r…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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