Executive Summary
At GeoServer, sustainability isn't an afterthoughtโit's integrated into our infrastructure design, product development, and corporate ethics. This year, we achieved significant milestones in decarbonizing our global network, enhancing data privacy safeguards, and strengthening board-level oversight.
Our geospatial platforms now process over 50 million spatial queries daily while operating on 100% renewable energy across primary regions. We continue to invest in open-source mapping tools that empower researchers, NGOs, and governments to address climate resilience, urban planning, and disaster response.
- Completed third-party limited assurance of all Scope 1 & 2 emissions data
- Launched the "Open Maps for All" initiative in 12 developing regions
- Implemented zero-trust architecture across all client-facing endpoints
- Published our first annual ESG scoring matrix aligned with SASB & GRI standards
Environmental Impact
Our infrastructure footprint spans 4 continents. We've prioritized energy-efficient cooling, liquid immersion pilots, and carbon-aware workload routing to minimize emissions without compromising performance.
| Metric | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | Unit |
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| Scope 1 & 2 Emissions | 14,200 | 9,800 | 8,280 | tCOโe |
| Water Usage Effectiveness (WUE) | 1.82 | 1.65 | 1.48 | L/L |
| Renewable Energy % | 68% | 89% | 100% | % |
| E-Waste Recycled | 92% | 95% | 98% | % |
By 2027, we will extend Scope 3 tracking to include supply chain logistics and client deployment patterns, with a target of 60% absolute reduction against our 2021 baseline.
Social Responsibility
Technology thrives when built by diverse teams and designed for equitable access. Our social pillar focuses on workforce development, data ethics, and community impact.
- DEI Progress: Achieved 48% gender parity in leadership; 62% of new hires from underrepresented backgrounds.
- Skills Training: 18,500+ hours of upskilling completed across GIS, cloud architecture, and sustainability compliance.
- Community Grants: $1.2M allocated to open mapping NGOs, focusing on flood modeling and agricultural monitoring.
- Data Privacy: Maintained 0 critical data breaches; all spatial datasets processed under GDPR, CCPA, and ISO 27001 frameworks.
Governance & Compliance
Strong governance ensures accountability, transparency, and long-term value. Our board maintains independent oversight of ESG strategy, risk management, and executive compensation tied to sustainability KPIs.
Key updates for 2024:
- Established a dedicated Sustainability Committee reporting directly to the Board of Directors
- Adopted SASB Standards for Software & IT Services with GRI supplemental disclosures
- Implemented whistleblower protections and annual ethics training for 100% of employees
- Published vendor code of conduct requiring Tier-1 suppliers to meet baseline ESG thresholds
Methodology & Assurance
All quantitative data in this report was collected using standardized metrics aligned with the GHG Protocol and GRI 305 (Emissions). Environmental data covers all owned and operated facilities, as well as contracted data centers under our management.
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Independent Limited Assurance
This report's environmental and social metrics were reviewed by Aurora Verification Group, an ISO 17024-certified third party. The assurance opinion confirms that data collection methodologies are consistent and materially accurate within reasonable limits. The full assurance statement is available in Appendix C of the PDF version.
Social Responsibility
Technology thrives when built by diverse teams and designed for equitable access. Our social pillar focuses on workforce development, data ethics, and community impact.