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Cisco

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Cisco Systems, Inc., commonly known as Cisco, is a leading technology company headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1984, Cisco has been at the forefront of networking and cybersecurity solutions, revolutionising the way businesses connect and communicate. The company is renowned for its core products, including routers, switches, and advanced security systems, which are distinguished by their reliability and innovation. Cisco's commitment to developing cutting-edge technologies has solidified its position as a market leader in the IT and telecommunications industry. With numerous accolades and a strong global presence, Cisco continues to drive digital transformation for organisations worldwide, making it a pivotal player in shaping the future of networking and connectivity.

DitchCarbon Score

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100

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing 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.

24

Industry Benchmark

Cisco's score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Cisco's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Cisco Systems, Inc. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 17,092,306,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 32,562,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 28,418,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 17,092,306,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 22,115,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 39,514,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 81,806,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching 22,115,000,000 kg CO2e. Cisco has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by fiscal year 2025, compared to a 2019 baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation and distribution, and use of sold products by fiscal year 2030, also from a 2019 baseline. Cisco's long-term goal is to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by fiscal year 2040. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Cisco's commitment to addressing climate change through significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. The company has made progress towards these goals, with ongoing initiatives to enhance sustainability across its operations and supply chain.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Cisco's primary industry is Radio, television and communication equipment and apparatus (32), 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. This request for Cisco is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Cisco 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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