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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Netgear's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Netgear reported total carbon emissions of approximately 781,819,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 404,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 519,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 780,896,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Netgear has shown fluctuations in its emissions. For instance, in 2021, the company recorded total emissions of about 2,818,473,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions being the largest contributor at approximately 2,816,957,000 kg CO2e. In contrast, emissions in 2017 were reported at about 28,4000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions at around 18,000,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or initiatives from Netgear aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of specific climate pledges or science-based targets indicates a potential area for improvement in their sustainability strategy. Netgear's headquarters is located in the United States, and the company is part of a broader industry context where many firms are increasingly committing to reducing their carbon emissions and enhancing sustainability practices.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 204,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 752,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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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.
