Kakao
Kakao Corporation, commonly referred to as Kakao, is a leading South Korean technology company headquartered in Jeju, South Korea. Founded in 2010, Kakao has rapidly evolved within the digital landscape, primarily focusing on mobile messaging, social networking, and various online services. The company is renowned for its flagship product, KakaoTalk, a widely used messaging app that integrates diverse functionalities, including payment services and gaming. Kakao's unique ecosystem also encompasses Kakao Games, Kakao Pay, and Kakao Music, positioning it as a significant player in the South Korean tech industry. With a strong market presence and a commitment to innovation, Kakao has achieved notable milestones, including strategic partnerships and expansions into international markets, solidifying its reputation as a pioneer in the digital communication and entertainment sectors.
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Kakao's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kakao reported total carbon emissions of approximately 60,238,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 358,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 53,426,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 60,238,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals significant contributions from capital goods (14,766,000 kg CO2e) and fuel and energy-related activities (4,237,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, Kakao's emissions were about 70,517,000 kg CO2e in total, with Scope 1 emissions at 248,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 67,143,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 70,517,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a reduction in total emissions from 2022 to 2023. Kakao has made commitments towards climate action, although some near-term targets have been removed or expired. As of May 2022, the company had a near-term target status classified as "Committed," but it has not set a net-zero target. The company is actively involved in various climate initiatives, including those under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), although specific reduction targets are not currently in place. Kakao's emissions data is sourced directly from Kakao Corp., with no cascading from a parent organization. The company continues to focus on improving its sustainability practices within the software and services sector in South Korea.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 287,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 64,478,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 185,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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