Digi-Key Electronics, a leading global distributor of electronic components, is headquartered in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, USA. Founded in 1972, the company has established itself as a key player in the electronics industry, serving engineers and procurement professionals across various sectors. With a vast inventory of over 11 million products, Digi-Key offers an extensive range of components, including semiconductors, passive components, and interconnects, making it a one-stop shop for design engineers. Digi-Key's commitment to rapid order fulfilment and exceptional customer service has earned it a prominent market position, consistently ranking among the top electronic component distributors worldwide. The company’s innovative online platform and comprehensive technical resources further enhance its appeal, ensuring that customers have access to the latest technologies and solutions in the ever-evolving electronics landscape.
How does DigiKey'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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DigiKey's score of 26 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
DigiKey, headquartered in the US, has set ambitious climate commitments despite not having specific emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is dedicated to achieving net zero emissions by 2050 or sooner. As part of its near-term goals, DigiKey aims to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon emissions by 50% by 2030. This commitment reflects a proactive approach to addressing climate change and aligns with industry standards for sustainability. The absence of specific emissions figures does not detract from DigiKey's clear focus on significant reduction targets and its long-term vision for a sustainable future.
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.
DigiKey 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.

