Nexans, a leading global player in the cable and connectivity solutions sector, is headquartered in France. Established in 2000, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in innovation and sustainability within the industry. Operating across Europe, North America, and Asia, Nexans focuses on various sectors, including energy, telecommunications, and infrastructure.
The company offers a diverse range of products and services, including high-performance cables, connectivity solutions, and smart grid technologies, distinguished by their commitment to quality and sustainability. Nexans is recognised for its strong market position, consistently delivering cutting-edge solutions that meet the evolving needs of its clients. With a focus on innovation and environmental responsibility, Nexans continues to shape the future of connectivity in an increasingly digital world.
+59 vs industry average
Nexans’s score of 84 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Other Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Other Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Nexans's reported carbon emissions
Nexans, headquartered in France and operating in the "Other services (93)" sector, reported a total of approximately 78.98 billion kg CO2e in emissions for 2024. This figure encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions.
Specifically, for 2024, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 122.92 million kg CO2e. Scope 2 emissions, using the market-based approach, totalled about 101.98 million kg CO2e, while the location-based calculation reported approximately 142.80 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were substantial, amounting to roughly 78.75 billion kg CO2e. The largest contributor to Scope 3 emissions was the "use of sold products," accounting for approximately 73.78 billion kg CO2e, followed by "purchased goods and services" at about 4.38 billion kg CO2e.
In 2023, Nexans reported total emissions of approximately 90.05 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at around 114.28 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at approximately 122.62 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 89.81 billion kg CO2e.
Nexans has established significant climate commitments, including a target to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 46% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. This target is validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is intended to be compatible with a 1.5°C scenario. Furthermore, Nexans is committed to achieving Net-Zero emissions across its value chain by 2050, also with a 2019 baseline. The company has also committed to reducing its absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 30% by 2030. Longer-term, Nexans aims for a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2050 from its 2019 baseline.
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Nexans’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
1 goal2030
46% reduction in all scopes
-46% de réduction des émissions de GES pour les Scopes 1 et 2
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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