- Scope 3 emissions account for 97% of total emissions footprint.
- Need to further study Scope 3 emissions and develop an emission reduction strategy.
Blackbaud, Inc.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Blackbaud, Inc. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 18.0K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 2 and 3). By scope: Scope 1: 9 tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 611 tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 17.4K 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
18.0K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 2 and 3)
2023
Renewable Energy
100% of electricity (Scope 2)
of total energy
Water Usage
6.7K m3/year (Charleston HQ)
2023
Energy Use
2.1M kWh/year
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| 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). | 9 tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 611 tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 17.4K tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 18.0K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 2 and 3) |
| 2022 | 23.7K MTCO2e |
| 2020 | 6.3K tonnes CO2e (Scope 2) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Achieved carbon neutrality for 2023 emissions through a combination of on-site solar, Green-e certified Environmental Attribute Certificates (EACs), and carbon offset projects.
- 23% energy reduction in Global HQ since 2019
- 45% water reduction in Global HQ since 2019
- 92% reduction in global GHG emissions since 2019
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔭 Long-term
- Net Zero emissions (timing not yet finalized)
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
People and CultureFueling Social ImpactDriving Climate SolutionsGovernance & Data Responsibility