- Climate change risks and opportunities (physical risks from severe weather, transition risks from regulation and reputation).
- Potential wrongful use of the network by illicit actors to facilitate human trafficking.
The Western Union Company
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022 reporting, The Western Union Company disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 13.0K mtCO2e. By scope: Scope 1: 4.6K mtCO2e; Scope 2: 8.3K mtCO2e. 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
13.0K mtCO2e
2022
Energy Use
135.5K GJ
2022
📊 Emissions by Scope (2022)
| 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). | 4.6K mtCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 8.3K mtCO2e |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 13.0K mtCO2e |
| 2021 | 12.1K mtCO2e |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced office space by 28%, consolidating into fewer, larger sites with better environmental performance.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Furthering Economic ProsperityAdvancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)Promoting the Integrity of Global Money Movement