Cogent Communications
Cogent Communications, a leading global internet service provider, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1999, the company has established itself as a key player in the telecommunications industry, focusing on providing high-speed internet access and data centre services. Cogent is renowned for its unique offerings, including dedicated internet access and colocation services, which are designed to meet the needs of businesses seeking reliable and scalable connectivity solutions. With a robust fibre-optic network spanning thousands of miles, Cogent ensures low-latency and high-performance services that cater to a diverse clientele. Recognised for its competitive pricing and exceptional customer service, Cogent Communications has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner for enterprises and organisations worldwide.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Cogent Communications'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Cogent Communications's score of 23 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Cogent Communications's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Cogent Communications reported carbon emissions data, although specific absolute emissions figures in kg CO2e were not disclosed. The company operates globally and has a revenue of approximately USD 589.8 million. Notably, they have indicated carbon emissions on a per byte basis, quantified at about 1.88e-07 kg CO2e per byte, but further details on total emissions or specific scopes (Scope 1, 2, or 3) were not provided. Currently, Cogent Communications does not have publicly stated reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or any other climate pledges. This lack of specific reduction initiatives suggests that while the company is aware of its carbon footprint, it has yet to formalise a comprehensive strategy for emissions reduction or climate action. As the industry increasingly prioritises sustainability, Cogent's future commitments will be crucial in aligning with global climate goals.
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Cogent Communications is not committed to any 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.
