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Ascendion is dedicated to integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations into our core business strategy, leveraging AI-first software engineering to drive meaningful impact. In our inaugural ESG report (2024), we have disclosed our greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, adhering to the globally recognized Greenhouse Gas Protocol standards. By actively managing critical categories such as, business travel, employee commuting, and sustainable procurement; we achieved a notable 32% emissions reduction compared to 2023 and have set an ambitious target of a 55% reduction by 2030.
Beyond environmental stewardship, Ascendion prioritizes social responsibility through inclusive workforce practices, community engagement, and ethical governance, ensuring our business growth aligns with global sustainability and social equity goals. We will continue to identify opportunities for further emissions reductions, advancing our goal of creating meaningful environmental impact and fostering sustainable innovation.
Greenhouse gas emissions data for 2024
| Scopes and Categories | Ascendion North America Operations (tonnes CO2e) | Percentage Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1: Direct emissions from owned/controlled operations | 0 | 0% |
| Scope 1 Emissions Subtotal | 0 | 0% |
| Scope 2 (location-based): Indirect emissions from the use of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling | 286.1 | 12% |
| Scope 2 (market-based): Indirect emissions from the use of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling | 286.1 | 12% |
| Scope 2 Emissions Subtotal | 286 | 12% |
| Total Scope 1 + Scope 2 Emissions | 286 | 12% |
| Category 1: Purchased goods and services | 806.2 | 33.7% |
| Category 2: Capital goods | 35.5 | 1.5% |
| Category 5: Waste generated in operations | 2.2 | 0.1% |
| Category 6: Business travel | 1011.9 | 42.3% |
| Category 7: Employee commuting | 247.1 | 10.3% |
| Category 8: Upstream leased assets | 5.9 | 0.2% |
| Scope 3 Emissions Subtotal | 2,109 | 88% |
| Total GHG Emissions | 2,395 | 100% |
