Adtran
Adtran, Inc., a leading provider of networking and communications solutions, is headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama, USA. Founded in 1985, the company has established itself as a key player in the telecommunications industry, focusing on broadband access, optical networking, and software-defined networking. With a strong presence across North America and expanding operations in Europe and Asia, Adtran offers a diverse range of products and services, including high-speed internet access solutions and advanced network management tools. Their commitment to innovation is evident in their unique offerings, which are designed to enhance network performance and reliability. Recognised for its contributions to the industry, Adtran has achieved significant milestones, including numerous patents and awards for excellence in technology. As a trusted partner for service providers and enterprises, Adtran continues to shape the future of connectivity with its cutting-edge solutions.
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Adtran's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Adtran Holdings, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 766,535,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 695,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 10,805,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 755,035,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions are primarily driven by the use of sold products, which accounted for about 648,138,000 kg CO2e. Adtran has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2048. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 74.5% by 2032, using 2016 as the base year. Furthermore, it aims to achieve a 90% reduction in these emissions by 2034. For Scope 3 emissions, Adtran targets a 40% reduction by 2032 and a 95% reduction by 2048, focusing on emissions from purchased goods and services as well as the use of sold products. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Adtran's commitment to addressing climate change through significant emissions reductions. The company is on track to meet its near-term goals, demonstrating a proactive approach to sustainability in the technology hardware sector.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,280,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 30,012,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,165,117,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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