Flex, officially known as Flex Ltd., is a leading player in the electrical machinery and apparatus sector, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1969, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Asia and Europe, and has achieved significant milestones in its journey.
Specialising in innovative design and manufacturing solutions, Flex offers a diverse range of products and services, including advanced electronics, automotive components, and healthcare devices. What sets Flex apart is its commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology, ensuring high-quality and efficient solutions for its clients.
With a robust market position, Flex has garnered recognition for its exceptional supply chain management and customer-centric approach, making it a trusted partner for businesses across multiple industries.
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Flex’s score of 46 is higher than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Electrical Machinery Manufacturing has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Electrical Machinery Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Flex's reported carbon emissions
Flex, a US-based electrical machinery and apparatus company, reported a significant total of approximately 147.6 billion kg CO2e in greenhouse gas emissions for the reporting year 2024. This figure encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2 (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions.
For the reporting year 2024, Flex's reported emissions were approximately 147.6 billion kg CO2e. This breaks down into:
- Scope 1: Approximately 78.9 million kg CO2e
- Scope 2 (market-based): Approximately 417.6 million kg CO2e
- Scope 3: Approximately 147.1 billion kg CO2e, with the largest contribution coming from the use of sold products.
Looking at previous years:
- In 2023, total emissions were approximately 115.9 billion kg CO2e.
- In 2022, total emissions were approximately 137.5 billion kg CO2e.
- In 2021, total emissions were approximately 104.4 billion kg CO2e.
- In 2020, total emissions were approximately 102.7 billion kg CO2e.
- In 2019, total emissions were approximately 107.8 billion kg CO2e.
- In 2018, total emissions were approximately 1.13 billion kg CO2e.
- In 2017, total emissions were approximately 1.17 billion kg CO2e.
- In 2016, total emissions were approximately 977.5 million kg CO2e.
- In 2015, total emissions were approximately 992.5 million kg CO2e.
- In 2014, total emissions were approximately 945.5 million kg CO2e.
- In 2011, Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled approximately 1.43 billion kg CO2e.
- In 2010, Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled approximately 1.44 billion kg CO2e.
- In 2009, Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled approximately 1.37 billion kg CO2e.
Flex has set ambitious climate targets. The company commits to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Furthermore, Flex is committed to achieving net zero GHG emissions by 2040 across its operations. As of 2024, Flex reported a 43% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions compared to its 2019 baseline.
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Flex’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
50% reduction in Scope 2
Flex commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2019 base year*. Flex commits that 70% of its customers by em…
2030
50% reduction in Scope 1
Flex commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2019 base year*. Flex commits that 70% of its customers by em…
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Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Climate Action 100
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