Digia has received approval from the Science Based Targets initiative for its science-based near-term greenhouse gas emission reduction targets. The targets cover the company’s entire value chain and are aligned with the 1.5°C target of the Paris Agreement.
Digia commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 94.3% by 2035 from a 2024 base year. In addition, Digia commits to reduce scope 3 GHG emissions 66.33% per EUR value added within the same time frame.
Our key emission sources, and therefore our main emissions reduction needs, are related in particular to the energy used in our premises and other procurements across our value chain.
Digia intends to achieve its Scope 1 and 2 targets by, among other things, transitioning to electric lease cars and using 100% fossil-free or renewable energy in its premises. Emissions will also be reduced by the gradual decarbonization of energy production as markets shift toward lower-emission solutions.
To reduce Scope 3 emissions, key measures include procuring goods and services with lower carbon intensity, favoring suppliers committed to SBTi, increasing the use of refurbished and low-carbon IT equipment, and extending their leasing periods.
Digia prepared its first carbon footprint calculation in 2019, and in 2023 we expanded the calculation to cover the entire Group, including foreign subsidiaries for the first time. Since 2024, we have also assured our carbon footprint calculation as part of our sustainability reporting.
“We have systematically developed our carbon footprint calculation and the quality and accuracy of the underlying data. The latest development phase relates to making the calculation process more efficient through automation and AI. Our science-based emissions reduction targets demonstrate that Digia is taking concrete action to advance sustainability. Our long-term progress across all areas of sustainability is also reflected in the EcoVadis gold level we achieved last year,” comments Digia’s Head of Sustainability, Anne Puntari.
Further information
Anne Puntari
Head of Sustainability, Digia Plc
Tel. +358 40 747 3357
anne.puntari(a)digia.com
About the Science Based Targets initiative
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is a corporate climate action organization that enables companies and financial institutions worldwide to play their part in combating the climate crisis.
SBTi develops standards, tools and guidance which allow companies to set greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reductions targets in line with what is needed to keep global heating below catastrophic levels and reach net-zero by 2050 at latest.
The SBTi is incorporated as a charity, with a subsidiary which will host target validation services. Its partners are CDP, the United Nations Global Compact, the We Mean Business Coalition, the World Resources Institute (WRI), and the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). Further information: https://sciencebasedtargets.org/.