Dropbox, Inc., a leading player in the cloud storage and file-sharing industry, was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in San Francisco, US. The company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including North America and Europe. Renowned for its user-friendly interface and robust collaboration tools, Dropbox offers a suite of services that includes cloud storage, file synchronisation, and team collaboration solutions. With over 700 million registered users, Dropbox has achieved significant milestones, such as the introduction of Dropbox Paper and advanced security features. Its unique selling proposition lies in its seamless integration with various third-party applications, making it a preferred choice for individuals and businesses alike. As a pioneer in the industry, Dropbox continues to innovate, solidifying its market position as a trusted provider of digital workspace solutions.
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Dropbox's score of 45 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Dropbox reported total carbon emissions of approximately 42,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 699,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 36,589,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 3,364,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions related to business travel. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflects Dropbox's dedication to addressing climate change. In the United States, Dropbox's Scope 2 emissions for 2023 were reported at approximately 37,251,000 kg CO2e, indicating a focus on reducing energy-related emissions. The company has also committed to measuring and reducing its Scope 3 emissions, which are often the most challenging to address. Overall, Dropbox's climate commitments demonstrate a proactive approach to sustainability, aiming to significantly lower its carbon footprint while contributing to global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 773,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 2 | 54,729,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 5,113,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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