Zscaler Inc
Zscaler's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2024, Zscaler 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).
Zscaler has also provided a category-level breakdown for 4 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 - 2017 |
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Total Scope 1 | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  b | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  c | 0000000 |
Total Scope 2 | ||||
Market-Based | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature. d | 0000000 |
Location-Based | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  c | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  b | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  b | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  c | 0000000 |
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Insights into Zscaler's Operational Emissions
In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Zscaler amounted to 28,637 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 Zscaler increased by 25.72%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations.ab
Zscaler's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Zscaler's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Zscaler were 439 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Has Zscaler reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2021, Zscaler's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 21.27%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ac
Compared to the previous year (2023), Zscaler's Scope 1 emissions increased by 29.12%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations.ab
What are Zscaler's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2024, Zscaler reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 0 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 28,198 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a
Has Zscaler reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2021, Zscaler's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based) have increased by 12.36%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.ac
Compared to the previous year (2023), Zscaler's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) rose by 25.67% in 2024, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from purchased electricity and energyab
What methodology does Zscaler use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2024, Zscaler reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a
Zscaler's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
Insights into Zscaler's Value Chain Emissions
In 2024, Zscaler reported 54,668 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 Zscaler includes a breakdown across 4 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
Zscaler's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Zscaler's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, Zscaler reported total Scope 3 emissions of 54,668 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Approximately 90.55% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 9.45% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a
Has Zscaler reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2021, Zscaler's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 138.67%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.ac
Compared to the previous year (2023), Zscaler's Scope 3 emissions increased by 18.06%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain.ab
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Zscaler disclose?
In 2024, Zscaler reported emissions for 4 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a
The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.
What are the main sources of Zscaler's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, the largest contributors to Zscaler's Scope 3 emissions were:a
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 31,623 tCO₂e (57.85%)
- Business Travel (Cat. 6): 15,440 tCO₂e (28.24%)
- Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 5,165 tCO₂e (9.45%)
Zscaler's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into Zscaler’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2024, Zscaler reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 439 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 2,168 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 0.2 tCO₂e per millions USD.a
Zscaler's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does Zscaler's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2024, Zscaler reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 0.2 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 0.21, this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors.a
Where does Zscaler rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2024, Zscaler ranked 12 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a
Zscaler is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency.a
Insights into Zscaler's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2024, Zscaler reported a total carbon footprint of 83,305 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 20.59% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.ab
The largest contributor to Zscaler's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 65.62% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 33.85%.a