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Communication Equipment Manufacturing
US
updated 2 months ago

Flextronics Corporation Sustainability Profile

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Flextronics Corporation, commonly known as Flex, is a leading global provider of electronics manufacturing services headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1969, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Flex operates within the electronics industry, specialising in design, engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to product development, offering a diverse range of services that include prototyping, assembly, and logistics. Flex's commitment to sustainability and advanced technology sets it apart in a competitive market. With a robust portfolio that caters to various sectors, including automotive, healthcare, and consumer electronics, Flex has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for many Fortune 500 companies.

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How does Flextronics Corporation'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.

60

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing 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.

32

Industry Benchmark

Flextronics Corporation's score of 60 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Flextronics Corporation's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Flex Ltd.

Flextronics Corporation, headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Flex Ltd., which influences its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As such, any emissions data or reduction targets would be inherited from Flex Ltd. Flextronics has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of detailed emissions data suggests that the company may still be in the process of establishing its own climate strategy or reporting framework. As a subsidiary, Flextronics aligns with the broader sustainability goals set by Flex Ltd., which may include commitments to reduce carbon emissions and improve environmental performance. However, without specific data or targets, it is challenging to provide a comprehensive overview of Flextronics' carbon footprint or climate commitments at this time.

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How Carbon Intensive is Flextronics Corporation's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Flextronics Corporation's primary industry is Communication Equipment Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Flextronics Corporation's Location?

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

Flextronics Corporation's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Flextronics Corporation's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 28% last year and increased significantly since 2014, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 98% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
98%
Purchased Goods and Services
2%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Capital Goods
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Flextronics Corporation's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Flextronics Corporation 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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