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updated 9 months ago

Global Switch Limited Sustainability Profile

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Global Switch Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading provider of data centre services, specialising in the design, construction, and operation of large-scale, carrier-neutral data centres. Founded in 1998, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe and Asia-Pacific, catering to a diverse clientele ranging from cloud service providers to multinational corporations. With a focus on high-quality infrastructure and energy efficiency, Global Switch offers unique services such as colocation and managed services, ensuring optimal performance and reliability for its customers. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, positioning itself as a market leader in the data centre industry. Notable achievements include significant expansions and strategic partnerships that enhance its competitive edge in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.

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39

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer Services 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.

31

Industry Benchmark

Global Switch Limited's score of 39 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Global Switch Limited's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Global Switch Holdings Limited

Global Switch Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Global Switch Holdings Limited, which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. While there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges from Global Switch Limited, it is important to note that any potential initiatives or targets may be inherited from its parent organization, Global Switch Holdings Limited. This relationship suggests that the company may align its climate strategies with those set by its parent, although specific details on these initiatives are not provided. As a part of the broader industry context, Global Switch Limited operates within a sector increasingly focused on sustainability and carbon reduction. The absence of specific emissions data highlights a potential area for improvement in transparency and accountability regarding climate impact.

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201920202021202220232024
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
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
-
000,000,000
-
-
000,000,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Global Switch Limited's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Global Switch Limited's primary industry is Computer Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Global Switch Limited'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 Global Switch Limited is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Global Switch Limited's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Global Switch Limited'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 "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 45% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
45%
Capital Goods
23%
Purchased Goods and Services
5%
Business Travel
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Downstream Leased Assets
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%

Global Switch Limited'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 Limited 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.

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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