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ServiceNow Inc

Common Name
ServiceNow
Country
United States
Sector
Technology
Industry
Software - Application
Employees
26,293
Ticker
NOW
Exchange
NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE, INC.
Description
ServiceNow Inc. is a leading enterprise cloud computing platform that specializes in digital workflow automation. Its primary function is to provide a comprehensive suite of cloud-based solutions that...

ServiceNow's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, ServiceNow 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).

ServiceNow has also provided a category-level breakdown for 6 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 1
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Total Scope 2
Market-Based
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Location-Based
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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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a. ServiceNow's Impact Report 2025
a. ServiceNow's Impact Report 2025

Insights into ServiceNow's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ofServiceNow amounted to75,675metric 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 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of ServiceNowincreased by 31.82%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations.a

ServiceNow's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20192020202120222023202407501.5 k2.25 k3 ktCO2e-6%-27%+62%+7%+19%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are ServiceNow's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of ServiceNow were 2,884 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).a

Has ServiceNow reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, ServiceNow's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 41.72%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year(2023), ServiceNow's Scope 1 emissions increased by 18.68%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations.a

What are ServiceNow's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, ServiceNow reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 790 tCOâ‚‚e using the market-based method and 72,791 tCOâ‚‚e using the location-based method.a

Has ServiceNow reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2019, ServiceNow's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based)have increased by 279.48%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year(2023), ServiceNow's Scope 2 emissions(Location-Based) rose by 32.4% in 2024, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from purchased electricity and energya

What methodology does ServiceNow use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, ServiceNow reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a

ServiceNow's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

201920202021202220232024020 k40 k60 k80 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into ServiceNow's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, ServiceNow reported 285,790 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a

The 2024 disclosure of ServiceNow includes a breakdown across 6of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol,matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a

ServiceNow's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

201920202021202220232024075 k150 k225 k300 ktCO2e-4%-12%+22%+31%0%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are ServiceNow's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, ServiceNow reported total Scope 3 emissions of 285,790 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).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

Has ServiceNow reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2019, ServiceNow's Scope 3 emissionshave increased by 34.76%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year (2023), ServiceNow's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that ServiceNow's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does ServiceNow disclose?

In 2024, ServiceNow reported emissions for 6 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 ServiceNow's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to ServiceNow's Scope 3 emissions were:a

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 143,636 tCOâ‚‚e(50.26%)
  • Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 69,636 tCOâ‚‚e(24.37%)
  • Business Travel (Cat. 6): 43,606 tCOâ‚‚e(15.26%)

ServiceNow's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(50.3%)Capital Goods(Cat. 2)(24.4%)Business Travel(Cat. 6)(15.3%)

Insights into ServiceNow’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, ServiceNow reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 2,884 tCOâ‚‚e and total revenues of USD 10,982 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 0.26 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD.a

ServiceNow's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

0.551002,00020,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)202001,00010,00050,000Revenues (Millions of USD)SBSLyftYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,451 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,786Scope 1 Intensity: 0.42 tCO2e/$MRoper TechnologiesYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,745 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,039Scope 1 Intensity: 0.53 tCO2e/$MZoom CommunicationsYear: 2024Scope 1: 59 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,683Scope 1 Intensity: 0.01 tCO2e/$MSSSS&C Technologies HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 676 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,505Scope 1 Intensity: 0.12 tCO2e/$MGuidewire SoftwareYear: 2024Scope 1: 26 tCO2eRevenue: $M 981Scope 1 Intensity: 0.03 tCO2e/$MSmartsheetYear: 2024Scope 1: 90 tCO2eRevenue: $M 958Scope 1 Intensity: 0.09 tCO2e/$MBlackbaudYear: 2024Scope 1: 52 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,156Scope 1 Intensity: 0.05 tCO2e/$MAlightYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,862 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,332Scope 1 Intensity: 1.23 tCO2e/$MDayforceYear: 2024Scope 1: 230 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,760Scope 1 Intensity: 0.13 tCO2e/$MPaycom SoftwareYear: 2024Scope 1: 558 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,883Scope 1 Intensity: 0.30 tCO2e/$MBBBlackLineYear: 2023Scope 1: 17 tCO2eRevenue: $M 590Scope 1 Intensity: 0.03 tCO2e/$MSSSPS CommerceYear: 2023Scope 1: 160 tCO2eRevenue: $M 537Scope 1 Intensity: 0.30 tCO2e/$MPaychexYear: 2025Scope 1: 2,353 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,572Scope 1 Intensity: 0.42 tCO2e/$MCadence Design SystemsYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,087 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,641Scope 1 Intensity: 0.45 tCO2e/$MLife360Year: 2021Scope 1: 0 tCO2eRevenue: $M 71Scope 1 Intensity: 0.00 tCO2e/$MBrazeYear: 2024Scope 1: 216 tCO2eRevenue: $M 593Scope 1 Intensity: 0.36 tCO2e/$MnCinoYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,749 tCO2eRevenue: $M 541Scope 1 Intensity: 5.08 tCO2e/$MBentley SystemsYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,604 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,353Scope 1 Intensity: 1.19 tCO2e/$MIntuitYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,800 tCO2eRevenue: $M 16,288Scope 1 Intensity: 0.23 tCO2e/$MRibbon CommunicationsYear: 2023Scope 1: 2,124 tCO2eRevenue: $M 826Scope 1 Intensity: 2.57 tCO2e/$MAdobeYear: 2024Scope 1: 7,218 tCO2eRevenue: $M 21,508Scope 1 Intensity: 0.34 tCO2e/$MAutomatic Data ProcessingYear: 2024Scope 1: 12,703 tCO2eRevenue: $M 18,178Scope 1 Intensity: 0.70 tCO2e/$MServiceNowYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,884 tCO2eRevenue: $M 10,982Scope 1 Intensity: 0.26 tCO2e/$M

How does ServiceNow's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, ServiceNow reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 0.26 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 0.32, this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does ServiceNow rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, ServiceNow ranked 10 out of 22 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD).a

ServiceNow is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency.a

Insights into ServiceNow's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, ServiceNow reported a total carbon footprint of 361,465 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 5.62% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.a

The largest contributor to ServiceNow's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 79.06% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 20.14%.a

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