January 09, 2026

Block Achieves 'B' Grade in 2025 CDP Climate Assessment, Signaling Strong Progress Toward Net-Zero Leadership

Block, Inc. (NYSE: XYZ) has received a 'B' grade, for the second consecutive year, in the 2025 CDP Climate Change assessment, as the business delivered against its climate strategy and transparent environmental commitments.

The CDP scoring system evaluates companies on a scale from A (leadership) to D- (minimal disclosure). The 'B' grade places Block in the "management" category of corporate climate leaders - companies that have established robust climate governance, pursued science-based targets, and are taking concrete action to reduce environmental impact.

"Small businesses, underserved communities, and emerging markets are the most vulnerable to climate impacts.” said Erin Archuleta, Director of External Affairs at Block. “By protecting the planet and building climate-resilient operations, we're also striving to protect the economic futures of the merchants and customers we serve.”

Demonstrating Industry Leadership

Block's CDP scorecard submission provided a roadmap for ongoing climate action and demonstrated that ambitious environmental targets are achievable in the financial services sector.

“We've delivered measurable results through renewable energy investments, hardware innovation, and supply chain engagement. We're focused on advancing our decarbonization efforts, supporting more resilient supply chain infrastructure, and collaborating on industry climate standards." Archuleta continued.

The businesses approach to date has delivered:

  • Renewable energy investments across global operations with a continued focus on reducing Scope 1 & 2 emissions intensity.
  • Sustainable hardware design and product innovation including GreenCircle Certification for Square Reader devices with 50% recycled plastic and 20,000+ pounds of plastic eliminated through redesigned packaging.
  • Supply chain engagement on emissions reductions including identifying eleven Tier 1 suppliers and dedication to renewable energy partnerships with key contract manufacturers.
  • Retirement of 450,000 + metric tons of carbon removal credits and investment in projects across the globe including WithOneSeed, Laguna Om, Indigo Ag, Pacific Biochar, Vaulted Deep, and the National Indian Carbon Coalition to restore native habitats while creating local employment opportunities..
  • Removal of 6.3M pounds of ocean-bound plastic waste since 2022 through Oceanworks' IMPAC+ program across global projects including waterway waste reclamation in Indonesia, ocean-bound plastic removal and coastal plastic diversions in India, and fishing net reclamation and circulation in Vietnam and Ghana.
  • Early Support for Sustainable Aviation Fuel Credits by joining the Sustainable Aviation Buyers Alliance (SABA) via Watershed and partaking in SABA’s largest-ever collection of deals, announced in April 2024: commitments expected to result in $200M of SAFc worth roughly 50 million gallons of SAF, or 500,000 tonnes of abated CO2e over the next five years.
  • Helped fund the development of five new solar plants across the state of Michigan (13th dirtiest grid in America), which are expected to generate more than 110,000 MWh of clean energy a year, avoiding more than 52,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide annually.

The company has identified clear opportunities for continued progress through:

  • Deeper integration of climate considerations across business functions
  • Increased commitment to decarbonization and sustainability efforts with Watershed and Oceanworks
  • Continued work through hardware logistics shifting from air to ocean freight for inbound device delivery
  • Pioneering climate-positive fintech solutions as demonstrated with the release of the Proto Rig in 2025
  • Shaping industry standards for climate action in financial services

Block remains committed to achieving true climate leadership within financial services.

About Block, Inc.

Block, Inc. (NYSE: XYZ) builds technology to increase access to the global economy. Each of our brands unlocks different aspects of the economy for more people. Square makes commerce and financial services accessible to sellers. Cash App is the easy way to spend, send, and store money. Afterpay is transforming the way customers manage their spending over time. Tidal is a music platform that empowers artists to thrive as entrepreneurs. Bitkey is a simple self-custody wallet built for bitcoin. Proto is a suite of bitcoin mining products and services. Together, we’re helping build a financial system that is open to everyone. Block.xyz

Media Contact:

press@block.xyz

Block, Inc. (NYSE: XYZ) has received a 'B' grade, for the second consecutive year, in the 2025 CDP Climate Change assessment, as the business delivered against its climate strategy and transparent environmental commitments.

The CDP scoring system evaluates companies on a scale from A (leadership) to D- (minimal disclosure). The 'B' grade places Block in the "management" category of corporate climate leaders - companies that have established robust climate governance, pursued science-based targets, and are taking concrete action to reduce environmental impact.

"Small businesses, underserved communities, and emerging markets are the most vulnerable to climate impacts.” said Erin Archuleta, Director of External Affairs at Block. “By protecting the planet and building climate-resilient operations, we're also striving to protect the economic futures of the merchants and customers we serve.”

Demonstrating Industry Leadership

Block's CDP scorecard submission provided a roadmap for ongoing climate action and demonstrated that ambitious environmental targets are achievable in the financial services sector.

“We've delivered measurable results through renewable energy investments, hardware innovation, and supply chain engagement. We're focused on advancing our decarbonization efforts, supporting more resilient supply chain infrastructure, and collaborating on industry climate standards." Archuleta continued.

The businesses approach to date has delivered:

  • Renewable energy investments across global operations with a continued focus on reducing Scope 1 & 2 emissions intensity.
  • Sustainable hardware design and product innovation including GreenCircle Certification for Square Reader devices with 50% recycled plastic and 20,000+ pounds of plastic eliminated through redesigned packaging.
  • Supply chain engagement on emissions reductions including identifying eleven Tier 1 suppliers and dedication to renewable energy partnerships with key contract manufacturers.
  • Retirement of 450,000 + metric tons of carbon removal credits and investment in projects across the globe including WithOneSeed, Laguna Om, Indigo Ag, Pacific Biochar, Vaulted Deep, and the National Indian Carbon Coalition to restore native habitats while creating local employment opportunities..
  • Removal of 6.3M pounds of ocean-bound plastic waste since 2022 through Oceanworks' IMPAC+ program across global projects including waterway waste reclamation in Indonesia, ocean-bound plastic removal and coastal plastic diversions in India, and fishing net reclamation and circulation in Vietnam and Ghana.
  • Early Support for Sustainable Aviation Fuel Credits by joining the Sustainable Aviation Buyers Alliance (SABA) via Watershed and partaking in SABA’s largest-ever collection of deals, announced in April 2024: commitments expected to result in $200M of SAFc worth roughly 50 million gallons of SAF, or 500,000 tonnes of abated CO2e over the next five years.
  • Helped fund the development of five new solar plants across the state of Michigan (13th dirtiest grid in America), which are expected to generate more than 110,000 MWh of clean energy a year, avoiding more than 52,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide annually.

The company has identified clear opportunities for continued progress through:

  • Deeper integration of climate considerations across business functions
  • Increased commitment to decarbonization and sustainability efforts with Watershed and Oceanworks
  • Continued work through hardware logistics shifting from air to ocean freight for inbound device delivery
  • Pioneering climate-positive fintech solutions as demonstrated with the release of the Proto Rig in 2025
  • Shaping industry standards for climate action in financial services

Block remains committed to achieving true climate leadership within financial services.

About Block, Inc.

Block, Inc. (NYSE: XYZ) builds technology to increase access to the global economy. Each of our brands unlocks different aspects of the economy for more people. Square makes commerce and financial services accessible to sellers. Cash App is the easy way to spend, send, and store money. Afterpay is transforming the way customers manage their spending over time. Tidal is a music platform that empowers artists to thrive as entrepreneurs. Bitkey is a simple self-custody wallet built for bitcoin. Proto is a suite of bitcoin mining products and services. Together, we’re helping build a financial system that is open to everyone. Block.xyz

Media Contact:

press@block.xyz