Quantum
Quantum Corporation, commonly referred to as Quantum, is a leading provider of data storage and management solutions, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1980, the company has established itself as a key player in the data protection and video surveillance industries, with significant operations across North America and Europe. Quantum's core offerings include high-performance storage systems, data archiving solutions, and advanced video surveillance technologies. What sets Quantum apart is its innovative approach to data management, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to optimise storage efficiency and enhance data accessibility. With a strong market position, Quantum has achieved notable milestones, including numerous industry awards for its products and services. The company continues to drive advancements in data storage, catering to the evolving needs of businesses in an increasingly data-driven world.
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Quantum's score of 38 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Quantum's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Quantum reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,100,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,630,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 470,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a significant reduction from previous years, particularly from 2022, where total emissions were about 32,145,000 kg CO2e, including 1,644,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 544,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 16,088,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. In 2021, Quantum's emissions were approximately 27,675,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1: 27,675,000 kg CO2e; Scope 2: 546,506,000 kg CO2e), and in 2020, they reported about 34,027,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1: 34,027,000 kg CO2e; Scope 2: 630,294,000 kg CO2e). The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. Quantum's emissions intensity per employee has also been reported, with figures of approximately 7,641 kg CO2e in 2022 and 7,909 kg CO2e in 2021, indicating a focus on improving efficiency alongside emissions reductions. Overall, while Quantum has made strides in reducing its emissions, further details on specific climate commitments or targets remain unspecified.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 34,027,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 630,294,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000 | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Quantum 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.
