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updated 2 months ago

General Cable Corporation Sustainability Profile

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General Cable Corporation, a leading player in the wire and cable industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1927, the company has established a strong presence in North America, South America, and Europe, specialising in the production of copper, aluminium, and fibre optic cables. With a diverse portfolio that includes products for energy, industrial, and communications sectors, General Cable is renowned for its commitment to innovation and quality. The company’s unique offerings, such as advanced cable solutions for renewable energy applications, set it apart in a competitive market. Recognised for its operational excellence, General Cable has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its position as a trusted supplier in the global marketplace. Through a focus on sustainability and customer-centric solutions, General Cable continues to lead the way in the evolving cable industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does General Cable 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.

89

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other Non-Ferrous Metal Products 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.

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Industry Benchmark

General Cable Corporation's score of 89 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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General Cable Corporation's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Prysmian S.p.A.

General Cable Corporation, headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a merged entity, and its climate commitments and emissions data are cascaded from its parent organisation, Prysmian S.p.A. As of now, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges directly attributed to General Cable Corporation. However, it is important to note that the climate initiatives and performance metrics may be influenced by the overarching strategies of Prysmian S.p.A., which is responsible for setting the framework for emissions reduction and sustainability efforts. Given the lack of specific emissions data and reduction targets, General Cable Corporation's climate commitments remain undefined at this time. The company may benefit from aligning with industry standards and best practices as outlined by its parent organisation to enhance its sustainability profile in the future.

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How Carbon Intensive is General Cable Corporation's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. General Cable Corporation's primary industry is Other Non-Ferrous Metal Products, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is General Cable 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 General Cable Corporation is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

General Cable Corporation's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

General Cable Corporation's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 12% last year and increased significantly since 2015, 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 "Purchased Goods and Services" being the primary emissions source at 5% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

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Purchased Goods and Services
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General Cable 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.

General Cable 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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