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Blue Coat Systems Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Blue Coat Systems Inc., a prominent player in the cybersecurity industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1996, the company has established itself as a leader in web security and performance optimisation, catering to a diverse range of sectors. With a strong presence in North America and Europe, Blue Coat offers innovative solutions that include advanced threat protection, secure web gateways, and cloud security services. The company is renowned for its unique ability to combine security and performance, ensuring that organisations can safely navigate the complexities of the digital landscape. Notable achievements include its recognition as a top provider in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for web content security. Blue Coat Systems continues to set the standard for cybersecurity, helping businesses protect their data and enhance their online operations.

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How does Blue Coat Systems Inc.'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.

49

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer Services 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Blue Coat Systems Inc.'s score of 49 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Blue Coat Systems Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Gen Digital Inc.

Blue Coat Systems Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Gen Digital Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. As of now, Blue Coat Systems Inc. has not established any documented reduction targets or climate pledges. This lack of specific initiatives suggests that the company may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. Given the absence of direct emissions data, it is essential to consider the broader context of the industry. Many technology companies are increasingly adopting science-based targets and committing to significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. Blue Coat Systems Inc. may align with these trends as part of its parent company's sustainability efforts. In summary, while specific emissions data and reduction targets for Blue Coat Systems Inc. are currently unavailable, the company is positioned within a corporate family that may influence its future climate commitments and performance.

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Scope 1
6,881,000
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Scope 2
34,492,000
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Scope 3
180,108,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Blue Coat Systems Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Blue Coat Systems Inc.'s primary industry is Computer and related services (72), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Blue Coat Systems Inc.'s Location?

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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 Blue Coat Systems Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Blue Coat Systems Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Blue Coat Systems Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 11% last year and decreased by approximately 57% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 87% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2025
Purchased Goods and Services
87%
Capital Goods
2%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%

Blue Coat Systems Inc.'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.

Blue Coat Systems Inc. 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.

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