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Encore Wire Corporation

Encore Wire Corporation, headquartered in the United States, is a leading manufacturer in the electrical wire and cable industry. Founded in 1989, the company has established itself as a key player, particularly in the production of copper and aluminium building wire, which serves a diverse range of applications from residential to commercial construction. With major operations across the US, Encore Wire is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation, offering a comprehensive portfolio of products that includes low-voltage and high-voltage wire solutions. The company’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and dedication to sustainability set it apart in a competitive market. Encore Wire's notable achievements include significant growth in market share and recognition for its exceptional customer service. As a trusted supplier, Encore Wire Corporation continues to shape the future of electrical wiring with its reliable and efficient products.

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41

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Encore Wire Corporation's score of 41 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Encore Wire Corporation's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Encore Wire Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 70,060,000 kg CO2e, comprising 50,217,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 19,843,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 70,060,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a slight increase in emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 65,513,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 47,343,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 18,170,000 kg CO2e. Encore Wire has committed to near-term emissions reduction targets, although specific numerical targets have not been disclosed. The company is actively working towards improving its sustainability practices within the trading and distribution sector, focusing on reducing its carbon footprint. As of now, Encore Wire has not committed to a net-zero target. The company’s emissions data highlights the importance of addressing both direct and indirect emissions, particularly in Scope 3, which includes emissions from the use of sold products, accounting for a significant portion of their total emissions.

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47,343,000
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Scope 2
18,170,000
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Scope 3
65,513,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Encore Wire Corporation's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Encore Wire Corporation is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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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