Pinterest Inc
Pinterest's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2023, Pinterest completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).
Pinterest has also provided a category-level breakdown for 8 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 - 2017 |
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Total Scope 1 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
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Market-Based | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Location-Based | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
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Insights into Pinterest's Operational Emissions
In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Pinterest amounted to 2,837 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a
Compared to 2022, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Pinterest increased by 6.37%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations. a
Pinterest's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Pinterest's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of Pinterest were 602 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Compared to the previous year (2022), Pinterest's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 8.51%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a
What are Pinterest's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2023, Pinterest reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 278 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 2,235 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a
Has Pinterest reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Compared to the previous year (2022), Pinterest's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) rose by 11.25% in 2023, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from purchased electricity and energy a
What methodology does Pinterest use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2023, Pinterest reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a
Pinterest's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
Insights into Pinterest's Value Chain Emissions
In 2023, Pinterest reported 102,598 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a
The 2023 disclosure of Pinterest includes a breakdown across 8 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2022, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a
Pinterest's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Pinterest's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, Pinterest reported total Scope 3 emissions of 102,598 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a
Compared to the previous year (2022), Pinterest's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Pinterest 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Pinterest disclose?
In 2023, Pinterest reported emissions for 8 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a
This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.
What are the main sources of Pinterest's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, the largest contributors to Pinterest's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 82,589 tCO₂e (80.5%)
- Business Travel (Cat. 6): 11,968 tCO₂e (11.66%)
- Employee Commuting (Cat. 7): 4,390 tCO₂e (4.28%)
Pinterest's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into Pinterest’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2023, Pinterest reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 602 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 3,056 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 0.2 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
Pinterest's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does Pinterest's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2023, Pinterest reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 0.2 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 1.16 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does Pinterest rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2023, Pinterest ranked 4 out of 22 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
This places Pinterest among the top performers, with one of the lowest emissions intensities relative to peers. a
Insights into Pinterest's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2023, Pinterest reported a total carbon footprint of 105,435 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 8.43% decrease compared to 2022, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a
The largest contributor to Pinterest's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 97.31% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 2.12%. a