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Harmonic
Communication Equipment ManufacturingUnited StatesNASDAQ: HLIT
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Harmonic Inc., commonly referred to as Harmonic, is a leading provider of innovative solutions within the radio, television, and communication equipment industry. Headquartered in the United States, the company specialises in advanced media processing, video delivery, and broadcast infrastructure, serving clients across North America, Europe, and other key regions. Founded in 2003, Harmonic has established a strong reputation for delivering reliable, scalable, and high-quality broadcast technology.
The company's core products include video encoders, transcoders, and cloud-based media processing platforms, distinguished by their efficiency and adaptability to evolving broadcast standards. Recognised for its pioneering role in the transition to IP-based workflows, Harmonic holds a notable position in the industry, supporting broadcasters and service providers worldwide in delivering seamless, high-definition content.
36
DitchCarbon score
-1 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Low
Communication Equipment Manufacturing has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.274
20182025
The Communication Equipment Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 30% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
20202021202220232024202520262027
Reported emissions
Scope 1
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 2
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3
•••kg CO₂e
Total reported
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Harmonic's reported carbon emissions
Harmonic, a US-headquartered company in the Radio, television and communication equipment and apparatus industry, reported its most recent carbon emissions for 2024. The company's total emissions for 2024 were approximately 404.69 million kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of about 990,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity of approximately 4.84 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 398.86 million kg CO2e.
Looking back, Harmonic's total emissions in 2023 were approximately 338.7 million kg CO2e, comprising about 980,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, approximately 5.02 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 (purchased electricity), and around 332.7 million kg CO2e for Scope 3. In 2022, the total emissions were about 361.96 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 1.29 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (purchased electricity) at around 4.41 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 356.26 million kg CO2e.
Harmonic has demonstrated a commitment to climate action, with a "Committed" near-term target status for Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) as of December 2025. This commitment indicates their intention to set emissions reduction targets in line with climate science.
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Harmonic’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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