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Unity Software Inc

Common Name
Unity Software
Country
United States
Sector
Technology
Industry
Software - Application
Employees
4,412
Ticker
U
Exchange
New York Stock Exchange
Description
Unity Software Inc. is a technology company that provides a comprehensive platform for creating and operating interactive, real-time 3D content. Its core engine enables developers, artists, and design...

Unity Software's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Unity Software 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).

However, Unity Software has not published a category-level breakdown of its Scope 3 emissions, limiting visibility into specific value chain sources.

Metric (tCO2e)2024202320222021-2019
Total Scope 1
493a
599a
359b
Total Scope 2
Market-Based
1,881a
2,527a
1,756b
Location-Based
1,487a
3,451a
2,626c
Total Scope 3
61,635a
79,726a
73,605b
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
0.2719a
0.2739a
0.2581b
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Verified Sources Behind Unity Software’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. Unity Software's Impact Report 2024
b. Unity Software's ESG Report 2023
c. Unity Software's GRI index 2022

Insights into Unity Software's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Unity Software amounted to 1,980 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 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Unity Software decreased by 51.11%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.a

Unity Software's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

202020212022202320240150300450600tCO2e+13%+51%+67%-18%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Unity Software's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Unity Software were 493 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Unity Software reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2020, Unity Software's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 133.65%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year (2023), Unity Software's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 17.7%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a

What are Unity Software's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Unity Software reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,881 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 1,487 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a

Has Unity Software reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2020, Unity Software's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based) have decreased by 15.46%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.ac

Compared to the previous year (2023), Unity Software's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) fell by 56.91% in 2024, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its energy consumption.a

What methodology does Unity Software use for Scope 2 reporting?

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

Unity Software's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

2020202120222023202409001.8 k2.7 k3.6 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Unity Software's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Unity Software reported 61,635 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 2024 disclosure of Unity Software includes a breakdown across 0 of 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

Unity Software's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20202021202220232024020 k40 k60 k80 ktCO2e+24%+33%+8%-23%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Unity Software's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Unity Software reported total Scope 3 emissions of 61,635 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Unity Software reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2020, Unity Software's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 38.1%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year (2023), Unity Software's Scope 3 emissions decreased by 22.69%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower indirect emissions from its value chain.a

Insights into Unity Software’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Unity Software reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 493 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 1,813 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 0.27 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

Unity Software's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

101005005,00020,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)2001,0005,00020,000100,000Revenues (Millions of USD)Automatic Data ProcessingYear: 2024Scope 1: 12,703 tCO2eRevenue: $M 18,178Scope 1 Intensity: 0.70 tCO2e/$MCadence Design SystemsYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,087 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,641Scope 1 Intensity: 0.45 tCO2e/$MServiceNowYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,884 tCO2eRevenue: $M 10,982Scope 1 Intensity: 0.26 tCO2e/$MSalesforceYear: 2025Scope 1: 6,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 41,522Scope 1 Intensity: 0.14 tCO2e/$MUber TechnologiesYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,216 tCO2eRevenue: $M 43,899Scope 1 Intensity: 0.03 tCO2e/$MDocuSignYear: 2025Scope 1: 449 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,219Scope 1 Intensity: 0.14 tCO2e/$MPtcYear: 2024Scope 1: 963 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,298Scope 1 Intensity: 0.42 tCO2e/$MSS&C Technologies HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 676 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,505Scope 1 Intensity: 0.12 tCO2e/$MAlightYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,862 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,332Scope 1 Intensity: 1.23 tCO2e/$MBlackbaudYear: 2024Scope 1: 52 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,156Scope 1 Intensity: 0.05 tCO2e/$MCSG Systems InternationalYear: 2021Scope 1: 573 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,047Scope 1 Intensity: 0.55 tCO2e/$MCommvault SystemsYear: 2025Scope 1: 638 tCO2eRevenue: $M 996Scope 1 Intensity: 0.64 tCO2e/$MPegasystemsYear: 2024Scope 1: 61 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,499Scope 1 Intensity: 0.04 tCO2e/$MPaylocity HoldingYear: 2025Scope 1: 79 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,596Scope 1 Intensity: 0.05 tCO2e/$MPaycom SoftwareYear: 2024Scope 1: 558 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,883Scope 1 Intensity: 0.30 tCO2e/$MSmartsheetYear: 2024Scope 1: 90 tCO2eRevenue: $M 958Scope 1 Intensity: 0.09 tCO2e/$MBentley SystemsYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,604 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,353Scope 1 Intensity: 1.19 tCO2e/$MDayforceYear: 2024Scope 1: 230 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,760Scope 1 Intensity: 0.13 tCO2e/$MGuidewire SoftwareYear: 2024Scope 1: 26 tCO2eRevenue: $M 981Scope 1 Intensity: 0.03 tCO2e/$MDynatraceYear: 2024Scope 1: 294 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,431Scope 1 Intensity: 0.21 tCO2e/$MTyler TechnologiesYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,226 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,138Scope 1 Intensity: 1.04 tCO2e/$MUnity SoftwareYear: 2024Scope 1: 493 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,813Scope 1 Intensity: 0.27 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2024, Unity Software reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 0.27 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 0.21, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does Unity Software rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Unity Software ranked 13 out of 21 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

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

Insights into Unity Software's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Unity Software reported a total carbon footprint of 63,615 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 24.07% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output.a

The largest contributor to Unity Software's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 96.89% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 2.34%.a

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