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Palo Alto Networks

Palo Alto Networks, a leading cybersecurity company headquartered in the United States, has been at the forefront of digital security since its founding in 2005. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, the company focuses on providing advanced security solutions that protect organisations from cyber threats. Renowned for its innovative approach, Palo Alto Networks offers a comprehensive suite of products, including next-generation firewalls, cloud security, and endpoint protection. These solutions are distinguished by their ability to integrate artificial intelligence and machine learning, ensuring robust defence mechanisms against evolving threats. As a market leader, Palo Alto Networks has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for its technology and a strong reputation for reliability and effectiveness in the cybersecurity landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Palo Alto Networks's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

68

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Palo Alto Networks's score of 68 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Palo Alto Networks's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Palo Alto Networks reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 13,659,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,591,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 12,068,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by the end of fiscal year 2040. This includes a significant reduction target of 90% for both Scope 1 and 2 emissions, alongside a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions. For the near term, Palo Alto Networks has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 35% by the end of fiscal year 2027, using a fiscal 2021 baseline. Additionally, the company aims to decrease Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 40% per million USD value added within the same timeframe. Furthermore, they plan for 65% of their suppliers, covering purchased goods and services, to set Science-Based Targets by 2027. These initiatives reflect Palo Alto Networks' commitment to sustainability and align with industry standards for climate action, demonstrating a proactive approach to mitigating climate change impacts.

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Scope 1
716,000
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Scope 2
6,501,000
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Scope 3
193,118,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Palo Alto Networks's primary industry is Computer and related services (72), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Palo Alto Networks is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Palo Alto Networks is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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