- Increased Scope 2 emissions from additional data center load due to business growth.
- Increased Scope 3 emissions due to business expansion.
- Supply chain disruptions (implied).
Zoom Video Communications, Inc.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022-02 to 2023-01 reporting, Zoom Video Communications, Inc. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 65.7K tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 328 tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 21.0K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 54.5K tCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
65.7K tCO2e/year
2022-02 to 2023-01
Renewable Energy
97% (Equinix colocation data centers in 2022)
of total energy
Waste
1.8K lbs/year (e-waste)
2022-02 to 2023-01
📊 Emissions by Scope (2022-02 to 2023-01)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 328 tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 21.0K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 54.5K tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced Scope 1 emissions from 460 MT CO2e in FY2021 to 328 MT CO2e in FY2023 due to reduced office footprint.
- Recycled 1,785 lbs of e-waste in FY23.
- Implemented sustainable practices in offices, minimizing single-use plastics and maximizing compostable/recyclable materials.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve 100% renewable electricity in direct operations (Scope 1 and Scope 2) by 2030.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
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