Avnet Sustainability Profile
Avnet, Inc., a leading global technology solutions provider, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1921, Avnet has established itself as a key player in the electronics distribution industry, specialising in electronic components, enterprise computing, and embedded systems. The company offers a diverse range of products and services, including supply chain management, design services, and technology solutions that cater to various sectors such as automotive, industrial, and healthcare. Avnet's unique approach combines deep industry expertise with innovative technologies, enabling customers to accelerate their product development cycles. With a strong market position, Avnet has received numerous accolades for its commitment to quality and customer service, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the technology landscape.
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Avnet's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Avnet reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,089,725,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 8,204,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 17,729,000 kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2, and a significant 5,089,725,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, aiming for a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025, using 2019 as the baseline. This commitment reflects their ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability while managing business growth. In addition to their Scope 1 and 2 targets, Avnet is also focused on reducing Scope 3 emissions, specifically targeting a 20% reduction in business travel emissions by 2025 from a 2019 baseline. These initiatives are part of Avnet's broader strategy to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, demonstrating their commitment to climate action and sustainability in the semiconductor industry. Avnet's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent company, and all figures are reported directly from Avnet, Inc. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions transparently, aligning with industry standards for climate accountability.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,843,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 54,101,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Avnet's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Avnet's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 0% last year and increased significantly since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 98% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Avnet's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Avnet has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
