NCSOFT Corporation, commonly referred to as NCSOFT, is a leading South Korean video game developer and publisher headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. Founded in 1997, the company has established itself as a prominent player in the gaming industry, particularly in the MMORPG (Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game) sector. NCSOFT is renowned for its flagship titles, including the iconic "Lineage" series and "Guild Wars," which have garnered a dedicated global fanbase. The company’s commitment to innovative gameplay and immersive storytelling sets its products apart in a competitive market. With a strong presence in Asia, North America, and Europe, NCSOFT continues to expand its influence, achieving notable milestones such as successful international launches and partnerships.
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In 2023, Ncsoft reported total carbon emissions of approximately 30,000,900 kg CO2e, comprising 680,500 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 29,792,400 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 711,100 kg CO2e in 2022, while Scope 2 emissions increased from 24,205,000 kg CO2e in the previous year. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Ncsoft is committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050, aligning with global guidelines and South Korea's Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). The company plans to establish a detailed plan for reducing greenhouse gas emissions across both Scope 1 and Scope 2 categories, starting from 2023. The emissions data is sourced directly from Ncsoft Corporation, with no cascading from a parent or related organization. The company continues to focus on its climate commitments while monitoring its emissions performance.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 535,100 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 2 | 11,247,600 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Ncsoft is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.