Cox Enterprises, a prominent American conglomerate, is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, and operates extensively across the United States. Founded in 1898, the company has evolved significantly, establishing itself as a leader in the communications, media, and automotive industries. Cox Enterprises is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes Cox Communications, a major broadband and telecommunications provider, and Cox Automotive, a key player in the automotive services sector. The company is distinguished by its commitment to innovation and sustainability, consistently delivering unique solutions that enhance customer experiences. With a strong market position, Cox Enterprises has received numerous accolades for its corporate responsibility and community engagement initiatives, solidifying its reputation as a forward-thinking enterprise in the competitive landscape.
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Cox Enterprises's score of 41 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Cox Enterprises reported total carbon emissions of approximately 638,543,000 kg CO2e when considering Scope 1 and 2 emissions on a market-based approach. This figure includes 287,891,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 350,652,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions were recorded at about 88,057,000 kg CO2e, which includes 474,000 kg CO2e from business travel and 88,057,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. Cox Enterprises has set an ambitious target to achieve carbon neutrality by 2034, encompassing all scopes of emissions. This long-term commitment reflects the company's dedication to reducing its carbon footprint and addressing climate change proactively. The emissions data for previous years shows a trend of significant emissions, with 2022 reporting approximately 302,474,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined, and 2021 showing about 365,140,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed specific reduction percentages but is actively working towards its carbon neutrality goal. Cox Enterprises operates independently, with no emissions data cascaded from a parent company. The organisation's climate commitments align with industry standards, demonstrating a clear focus on sustainability and environmental responsibility.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 177,410,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 391,472,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 |
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Cox Enterprises is not participating in any 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.
