Cogent Communications, a leading global internet service provider, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1999, the company has established itself as a key player in the telecommunications industry, focusing on providing high-speed internet access and data centre services. Cogent is renowned for its unique offerings, including dedicated internet access and colocation services, which are designed to meet the needs of businesses seeking reliable and scalable connectivity solutions. With a robust fibre-optic network spanning thousands of miles, Cogent ensures low-latency and high-performance services that cater to a diverse clientele. Recognised for its competitive pricing and exceptional customer service, Cogent Communications has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner for enterprises and organisations worldwide.
How does Cogent Communications'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.
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Cogent Communications's score of 23 is lower than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2021, Cogent Communications, headquartered in the US, reported its carbon emissions data, although specific figures for Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions were not disclosed. The company operates with a carbon emission factor of approximately 1.88e-07 kg CO2e per byte, indicating its commitment to measuring emissions on a per-byte basis. However, there are currently no established reduction targets or climate pledges, and no emissions data has been cascaded from a parent organisation. As such, Cogent Communications has not publicly committed to specific climate initiatives or reduction strategies at this time.
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.
Cogent Communications 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.
