Hcl
HCL Technologies, commonly referred to as HCL, is a leading global IT services company headquartered in Noida, India. Founded in 1976, HCL has established itself as a key player in the technology sector, with a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. The company operates primarily in the information technology and business services industry, offering a diverse range of solutions including software development, infrastructure management, and digital transformation services. HCL is renowned for its innovative approach to technology, particularly in areas such as cloud computing, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence. With a commitment to delivering unique, customer-centric solutions, HCL has achieved significant milestones, including numerous industry awards and recognitions. As a trusted partner for many Fortune 500 companies, HCL continues to strengthen its market position through strategic investments and a focus on sustainable growth.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Hcl'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
Hcl's score of 76 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Hcl's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, HCL Technologies reported total carbon emissions of approximately 277,267,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 15,878,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 157,865,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 277,267,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, covering all three scopes. HCL has set ambitious climate targets, aiming for net zero emissions by 2040. Specifically, they plan to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. Additionally, they target a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by the same year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C. HCL Technologies is actively engaged in various sustainability initiatives and has signed the Amazon Climate Pledge, further demonstrating their commitment to addressing climate change. Their ongoing efforts reflect a proactive approach to reducing their carbon footprint and contributing to global sustainability goals.
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| 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 24,373,920 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 99,391,070 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 38,223,960 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Hcl 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.
