A sustainable future requires action to address the effects of climate change. That’s why MathWorks is working to decarbonize our operations in three key areas of focus:
Continuously improving efficiency
Supporting renewable energy
Supporting carbon removal projects
To foster accountability and transparency, we will report regularly on our initiatives and progress.
Highlights
We have made significant advancements in our environmental efforts throughout our operations, partnerships, and products.
Support for Carbon Removal Projects
- Offset 100% of emissions from our worldwide Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon footprint and a portion of our Scope 3 emissions.
- Invested in carbon removal offsets to support reforestation through the Arbor Day Foundation.
Renewable Energy
- Seven solar arrays across our Natick, Massachusetts, campuses generate roughly 2,000,000 kWh, nearly 10% of our electricity.
- Invested in a 12-year virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) with Enel North America, generating nearly 120,000 MWh from startup through the first half of 2025 and offsetting 100% of our North American electric consumption.
Partnerships
- Partnered with Mass Audubon through the MathWorks Foundation, donating over $27.5 million through 2024 to help conserve environmental landscapes and habitats critical for rare species.
- Supported more than 1,000 climate-focused technology startups around the world through strategic partnerships with leading accelerators.
- Pledged $1.5 million in funding through 2024 for ongoing climate-related research activities across the US, UK, and India.
MathWorks Greenhouse Gas Inventory
To calculate our greenhouse gas (GHG) footprint, we reference guidance from the GHG Protocol, consult with industry experts, and verify our approach through internal and external audits following ISO 14064-3. Read more about our environmental data calculation and methodology in the report.
Scope 1, 2, and 3 Definitions and Sources
| GHG Protocol Definition | MathWorks Key Sources | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct GHG emissions from sources owned and controlled by MathWorks | Primarily natural gas used to heat buildings, provide hot water, and operate campus cafeterias across our global footprint |
| Scope 2 | Indirect GHG emissions from purchased grid-sourced electricity and heat | Global building operations and data centers |
| Scope 3 | All other indirect GHG emissions that are a consequence of MathWorks activities but occur from sources not owned or controlled by the company | Purchased and capital goods and services, fuel- and energy-related activities (FERA), waste, business travel, staff commuting, remote work, and downstream leased assets |
Addressing Key Sources of Global 2024 GHG Emissions (MT CO2e)
| Total GHG emissions (Scopes 1, 2, and 3) associated with MathWorks operations | 59,853 |
| GHG emissions addressed | |
| Addressed by renewable energy procurement (RECs from VPPA and unbundled purchases) | 4,798 |
| Addressed by carbon offsets (VERs) | 30,722 |
| TOTAL | 35,520 |
| Percentage emissions addressed | 59.3% |
Global GHG Emissions Intensity, 2022–2024
MathWorks has grown steadily since inception. Generally, as revenue grows, so do carbon emissions. To take growth in emission into account, MathWorks tracks progress in metric tons of CO2e per million dollars of revenue. This will be shown in terms of both our Scope 1 and 2 progress and our total carbon footprint. We will also factor in the investments we are making through offsetting our unavoidable emissions. As the graph shows, MathWorks total environmental footprint for Scopes 1 and 2 remains relatively flat before considering offsets. Furthermore, while our overall footprint has increased, we have taken steps to mitigate the impacts of our emissions by implementing additional offsets as we resume normal operations, and the business continues to expand. These steps are described in more detail in MathWorks Climate Action Report.
Notably, in 2024, MathWorks celebrated our 40th anniversary. For this occasion, MathWorks brought together all our staff from across the world to Orlando, Florida, for a truly special experience. As such, there is a notable one-time spike in our emissions for 2024. MathWorks has stayed true to our climate commits and offset 100% of our emissions related to flights and hotels for this special event.
Global GHG Emissions, 2024 (MT CO2e)
| Emissions | Offset | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,097 | 1,097 |
| Scope 2 | 8,284 | 8,284 |
| Scope 3 | ||
| Category 1: Purchased Goods and Services | 14,418 | 0 |
| Category 2: Capital Goods | 4,814 | 0 |
| Category 3: FERA | 947 | 0 |
| Category 5: Waste* | 6 | 6 |
| Category 6: Business Travel | 22,804 | 20,148 |
| Category 7: Staff Commuting | 5,692 | 5,692 |
| Category 7: Remote Work | 1,371 | 103 |
| Category 13: Downstream Leased Properties | 420 | 191 |
| TOTAL | 59,853 | 35,520 |
MathWorks has long pursued sustainability projects as part of its mission, and I am passionate about decarbonizing MathWorks.
— Jack Little, CEO
