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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.
Other Services has below-average carbon intensity
The Other Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Nexans, a company headquartered in France operating in the "Other services (93)" industry, has reported its carbon emissions for recent years, alongside ambitious climate commitments.
For the year 2024, Nexans recorded total emissions of approximately 78.98 billion kg CO2e. This figure comprises about 122.92 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions, and roughly 101.98 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 emissions (market-based). Scope 3 emissions were the largest contributor, amounting to approximately 78.75 billion kg CO2e. Within Scope 3, the use of sold products was the most significant category, accounting for about 73.78 billion kg CO2e.
In 2023, Nexans's total emissions were around 90.05 billion kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of approximately 114.28 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions of about 122.62 million kg CO2e (market-based). Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 89.81 billion kg CO2e.
Nexans has established clear climate targets, validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company aims to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 46% by 2030, using 2019 as a base year. This target is compatible with a 1.5°C scenario. Furthermore, Nexans has committed to reducing its absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 30% within the same timeframe. Looking towards a long-term vision, Nexans is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2050. The company also has a long-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2050, and absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2050, both from a 2019 base year. Nexans is currently on track to meet its near-term and long-term targets.
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2030
46.2% reduction in Scope 2
Nexans commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
2030
46.2% reduction in Scope 1
Nexans commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
2050
Nexans commits to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions ac…
Nexans commits to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by 2050.
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