Dell Technologies Inc., commonly known as Dell, is a leading American multinational technology company headquartered in Round Rock, Texas. Founded in 1984 by Michael Dell, the company has established itself as a key player in the information technology industry, specialising in computer hardware, software, and services. Dell's core offerings include personal computers, servers, storage solutions, and networking equipment, distinguished by their innovative design and customisation options. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as being one of the first to sell PCs directly to consumers, which revolutionised the market. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Dell holds a prominent position in the global market, consistently recognised for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Its dedication to sustainability and technological advancement further solidifies its reputation as a trusted leader in the tech industry.
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Dell's score of 93 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Dell Technologies reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 49,385,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 626,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 445,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and about 48,314,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2051. Dell has established near-term targets to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030, using a baseline from the fiscal year 2020. Additionally, it aims to cut Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 45% and from the use of sold products by 30% within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2051. These commitments align with industry standards for climate action, reflecting Dell's dedication to sustainability and its role in mitigating climate change. The company is a member of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), reinforcing its commitment to science-based emissions reduction strategies.
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Scope 1 | 7,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 385,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Dell is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.