Global Switch Sustainability Profile
Global Switch, a leading provider of data centre services, is headquartered in the United Kingdom and operates major facilities across Europe and Asia-Pacific. Founded in 1998, the company has established itself as a key player in the data centre industry, focusing on high-quality, secure, and scalable solutions for businesses of all sizes. Specialising in colocation services, Global Switch offers unique features such as robust connectivity options and energy-efficient designs, catering to the growing demand for reliable data management. With a strong market position, the company has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its data centre footprint and the implementation of advanced technologies to enhance service delivery. Global Switch continues to be recognised for its commitment to operational excellence and sustainability in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
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Global Switch's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Global Switch reported total carbon emissions of approximately 258,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions at about 256,000,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were around 3,582,360 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 51,868,150 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 2030, using 2023 as the base year. Additionally, Global Switch aims to achieve a similar 42% reduction in Scope 3 emissions related to fuel and energy activities within the same timeframe. The company is also pursuing carbon neutrality for its Scope 2 emissions by 2030 through the purchase of 100% renewable electricity. These commitments align with the goals of the Paris Agreement and are backed by science-based targets set by Global Switch Holdings Limited. The organisation is actively working towards these targets, with a long-term goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2040.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,623,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 294,221,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Global Switch's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Global Switch's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 5% last year and increased by approximately 70% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Capital Goods" being the largest emissions source at 23% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Global Switch'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.
Global Switch has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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