Meta Platforms, Inc., commonly known as Facebook, is a leading technology company headquartered in Menlo Park, California, USA. Founded in 2004, Facebook has evolved from a social networking site into a multifaceted platform that includes Instagram, WhatsApp, and Oculus, significantly shaping the digital landscape. With a focus on connecting people and fostering community, Meta operates globally, serving billions of users across various regions. Its core offerings, such as social networking, messaging, and virtual reality, are distinguished by their innovative features and user-centric design. Recognised for its substantial market presence, Meta continues to be a pioneer in the tech industry, driving advancements in social media and digital communication while navigating the complexities of privacy and user engagement.
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Facebook's score of 85 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Facebook (Meta Platforms, Inc.) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,496,232,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 48,952,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 5,141,350,000 kg CO2e (location-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions of about 7,445,621,000 kg CO2e. The company has made substantial strides in reducing its carbon footprint, achieving a remarkable 94% reduction in operational emissions from a 2017 baseline by 2020, thereby reaching net zero emissions in its operations. Looking ahead, Facebook has set ambitious targets to further reduce its carbon impact. The company aims for a 50% reduction in the carbon impact of its workplace operations by 2030 on a per headcount basis, applicable to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, it has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% by 2031 from a 2021 baseline. Furthermore, Facebook plans to source 100% renewable electricity through 2030 and ensure that 76% of its suppliers by emissions have science-based targets by 2026. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Facebook's ongoing dedication to sustainability and climate action. The company has been carbon neutral since 2007 and continues to support high-quality carbon removal projects to address residual emissions.
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2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 9,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 545,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 156,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Facebook is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.