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Netgear

Netgear, Inc., a leading provider of networking solutions, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1996, the company has established itself as a key player in the technology industry, specialising in innovative products that enhance connectivity for both consumers and businesses. Netgear's core offerings include routers, switches, and wireless access points, distinguished by their reliability and advanced features. The company is particularly noted for its Nighthawk series, which delivers high-performance Wi-Fi for gaming and streaming. With a strong market position, Netgear has received numerous accolades for its commitment to quality and innovation, making it a trusted name in home and business networking solutions.

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46

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing 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.

20

Industry Benchmark

Netgear's score of 46 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Netgear's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Netgear reported total carbon emissions of approximately 781,819,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 404,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which primarily stem from stationary and mobile combustion, and 519,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, mainly from purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions, about 780,896,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses business travel, employee commuting, and the use of sold products. Comparatively, in 2022, Netgear's total emissions were significantly higher at approximately 1,751,691,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 387,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 1,220,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 1,750,084,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a substantial reduction in total emissions from 2022 to 2023. Despite these reductions, Netgear has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to operate within the context of increasing industry scrutiny regarding carbon emissions and climate commitments, highlighting the importance of transparency and accountability in corporate sustainability efforts.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Netgear's primary industry is Radio, television and communication equipment and apparatus (32), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Netgear is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Netgear is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

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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