In 2024, Adobe disclosed key data related to its energy management practices, providing transparency into its operational energy use in line with recognized sustainability reporting frameworks.
Adobe disclosed progress toward renewable energy adoption, highlighting the share of total energy sourced from renewable versus non-renewable sources.
| Metric (GJ) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 - 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Energy Consumption | 823,319a | 830,559a | 768,269a | |
Non-Renewable Energy Consumption | 296,395a | 365,446a | 361,086a | |
Renewable Energy Consumption | 526,924a | 465,113a | 407,183a |
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In 2024, Adobe consumed a total of 823,319 Gigajoules of energy across its operations. Of this total, 64% was sourced from renewable energy, either derived from natural resources like biofuels, biomass, or biogas, or generated using renewable technologies such as solar or wind power. The remaining 36% was classified as non-renewable energy, coming from fossil-based fuels such as coal, natural gas, or crude oil, or from non-renewable generation technologies like nuclear power.a
In 2024, Adobe consumed a total of 823,319 Gigajoules of energy, of which 64% was derived from renewable sources, including biofuels, biomass, biogas, solar, and wind power.a
This moderate level of renewable energy adoption indicates that Adobe is transitioning toward cleaner energy sources, though a significant share of its energy mix still relies on non-renewable inputs.
Since 2022, Adobe's total energy consumption increased by 7.17%, but remained relatively stable in 2024, possibly indicating a plateau in energy growth.a
Over the same period, the share of renewable energy in Adobe's consumption increased by 20.75%, including a 14.29% increase in 2024, showing consistent progress in clean energy adoption.a
Overall, Adobe’s energy trends reveal a complex picture, with variations in total consumption and renewable sourcing. A closer examination of operational drivers and sourcing strategies is needed to fully assess the company’s environmental impact.