Harmonic Sustainability Profile
Harmonic Inc., a leading provider in the media and entertainment technology sector, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1988, the company has established itself as a pioneer in video delivery and broadband solutions, achieving key milestones such as the development of advanced cloud-based services. Harmonic's core offerings include video streaming, broadcast solutions, and content delivery networks, distinguished by their scalability and efficiency. The company is recognised for its innovative approach to optimising video workflows, enabling clients to deliver high-quality content seamlessly. With a strong market position, Harmonic has garnered numerous accolades for its contributions to the industry, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner for broadcasters and service providers worldwide.
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Telecommunications 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.
Industry Benchmark
Harmonic's score of 39 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Harmonic's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Harmonic Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 354,550,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 354,550,000 kg CO2e. Within this scope, the use of sold products was the largest contributor at approximately 196,740,000 kg CO2e, followed by purchased goods and services at about 66,410,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were reported at approximately 930,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled about 5,360,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, the company’s emissions were slightly higher, with total emissions of approximately 377,210,000 kg CO2e, again primarily driven by Scope 3 emissions. Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined were about 5,670,000 kg CO2e. Harmonic has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, nor does it appear to have cascaded data from a parent organisation. The company is focused on transparency in its emissions reporting, having disclosed emissions across all three scopes (1, 2, and 3) for the years 2021 to 2023. Overall, while Harmonic has made strides in emissions reporting, it currently lacks defined reduction targets or commitments to specific climate initiatives.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 780,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,630,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 261,290,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Harmonic's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Harmonic's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 6% last year and increased by approximately 36% since 2021, 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 55% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Harmonic'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.
Harmonic 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.
