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 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions amounted to about 3,582,360 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile and stationary combustion. Scope 2 emissions were notably higher at approximately 51,868,150 kg CO2e, predominantly from purchased electricity. Scope 3 emissions were the largest, reaching about 256,222,000 kg CO2e, with capital goods and fuel-related activities being the major contributors. Global Switch has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality in Scope 2 emissions by 2030 through the purchase of 100% renewable electricity. Additionally, the company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2023 baseline. This target is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflects a commitment to the goals of the Paris Agreement. Furthermore, Global Switch aims to ensure that 74% of its suppliers by emissions will have science-based targets by 2029. The company is actively working towards these goals, with a long-term vision for net-zero emissions by 2040, demonstrating a proactive approach to climate action within the real estate sector.
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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.
