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Wise PLC

Common Name
Wise
Country
United Kingdom
Sector
Technology
Industry
Information Technology Services
Employees
6,500
Ticker
WISE
Exchange
LONDON STOCK EXCHANGE
Website
wise.com
Description
Wise Plc is a leading fintech company that provides global payment solutions, specializing in cross-border money transfers. It enables individuals and businesses to send, receive, and manage money acr...

Wise's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Wise 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).

Wise has also provided a category-level breakdown for 7 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

Metric (tCO2e)2024202320222021-2019
Total Scope 1
215a
221a
N/A
Total Scope 2
Market-Based
19a
801a
N/A
Location-Based
704a
647a
N/A
Total Scope 3
60,445a
30,669a
N/A
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
0.1108a
0.2241a
N/A
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a. Wise's Annual Report 2024
b. Wise's Annual Report 2023
c. Wise's Annual Report 2022

Insights into Wise's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Wise amounted to 919 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 Wise increased by 5.88%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations.a

Wise's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

2020202120232024060120180240tCO2e+23%+53%-3%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Wise's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Wise were 215 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Wise reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2020, Wise's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 82.67%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ac

Compared to the previous year (2023), Wise's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 2.71%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a

What are Wise's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Wise reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 19 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 704 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a

Has Wise reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2020, Wise's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based) have increased by 18.86%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.ac

Compared to the previous year (2023), Wise's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Wise's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.a

What methodology does Wise use for Scope 2 reporting?

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

Wise's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

202020212023202402505007501 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Wise's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Wise reported 60,445 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 Wise includes a breakdown across 7 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

Wise's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20232024020 k40 k60 k80 ktCO2e+97%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Wise's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Wise reported total Scope 3 emissions of 60,445 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 (2023), Wise's Scope 3 emissions increased by 97.09%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain.a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Wise disclose?

In 2024, Wise reported emissions for 7 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 Wise's Scope 3 emissions?

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

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 30,036 tCO₂e (49.69%)
  • Business Travel (Cat. 6): 18,377 tCO₂e (30.4%)
  • Employee Commuting (Cat. 7): 8,767 tCO₂e (14.5%)

Wise's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Business Travel(Cat. 6)(30.4%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(49.7%)Employee Commuting(Cat. 7)(14.5%)

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

In 2024, Wise reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 215 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 1,940 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 0.11 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

Wise's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

22050010,000200,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)101005005,00020,000Revenues (Millions of USD)VNET GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 27,892 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,043Scope 1 Intensity: 26.74 tCO2e/$MHexaware TechnologiesYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,121 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,396Scope 1 Intensity: 0.80 tCO2e/$MWNS (Holdings)Year: 2024Scope 1: 2,737 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,323Scope 1 Intensity: 2.07 tCO2e/$MNESICYear: 2024Scope 1: 986 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,374Scope 1 Intensity: 0.42 tCO2e/$MBiprogyYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,326 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,444Scope 1 Intensity: 0.54 tCO2e/$ML&T Technology ServicesYear: 2025Scope 1: 321 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,129Scope 1 Intensity: 0.28 tCO2e/$MTravelSky TechnologyYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,231 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,209Scope 1 Intensity: 3.50 tCO2e/$MMphasisYear: 2024Scope 1: 164 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,592Scope 1 Intensity: 0.10 tCO2e/$MIONOS GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 796 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,548Scope 1 Intensity: 0.51 tCO2e/$MExlservice HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,454 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,838Scope 1 Intensity: 0.79 tCO2e/$MReplyYear: 2025Scope 1: 4,846 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,880Scope 1 Intensity: 1.68 tCO2e/$MGDS HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 63,279 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,414Scope 1 Intensity: 44.74 tCO2e/$MHyundai AutoeverYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,406 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,531Scope 1 Intensity: 0.56 tCO2e/$MCoforgeYear: 2025Scope 1: 1,265 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,413Scope 1 Intensity: 0.90 tCO2e/$MPersistent SystemsYear: 2025Scope 1: 275 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,397Scope 1 Intensity: 0.20 tCO2e/$MJack Henry & AssociatesYear: 2024Scope 1: 7,793 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,216Scope 1 Intensity: 3.52 tCO2e/$MElmYear: 2024Scope 1: 2 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,936Scope 1 Intensity: 0.00 tCO2e/$MK3 Business Technology GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 52 tCO2eRevenue: $M 29Scope 1 Intensity: 1.76 tCO2e/$MFDM Group (Holdings)Year: 2024Scope 1: 109 tCO2eRevenue: $M 323Scope 1 Intensity: 0.34 tCO2e/$MComputacenterYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,939 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,742Scope 1 Intensity: 0.22 tCO2e/$MCapitaYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,150 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,039Scope 1 Intensity: 1.69 tCO2e/$MClarivateYear: 2024Scope 1: 233 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,558Scope 1 Intensity: 0.09 tCO2e/$MWiseYear: 2024Scope 1: 215 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,940Scope 1 Intensity: 0.11 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2024, Wise reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 0.11 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 0.67, this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

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

In 2024, Wise 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 Wise among the top performers, with one of the lowest emissions intensities relative to peers.a

Insights into Wise's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Wise reported a total carbon footprint of 61,364 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 94.58% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.a

The largest contributor to Wise's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 98.5% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 1.15%.a

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