Nexans, a global leader in cabling and connectivity solutions, is headquartered in France and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 2000, the company has established itself in the electrical and telecommunications industries, providing innovative products and services that cater to a diverse range of sectors, including energy, construction, and transportation.
Nexans offers a comprehensive portfolio of cables, connectivity systems, and services, distinguished by their commitment to sustainability and advanced technology. The company has achieved significant milestones, including pioneering developments in smart grid solutions and renewable energy applications. With a strong market position, Nexans continues to drive progress in the industry, focusing on enhancing connectivity and efficiency for its clients worldwide.
+58 vs industry average
Nexans’s score of 83 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 5% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Nexans's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Nexans reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 78.0 billion kg CO2e, comprising 122,924,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 101,975,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 78.8 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a notable reduction from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 90.1 billion kg CO2e. Nexans has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46.2% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. This target is aligned with a 1.5°C scenario and has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Additionally, the company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. The breakdown of emissions for 2024 includes: - Scope 1: 122,924,000 kg CO2e - Scope 2: 101,975,000 kg CO2e - Scope 3: 78,754,386,000 kg CO2e Nexans's long-term strategy includes a further reduction target of 90% for both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050, alongside a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions. These initiatives reflect Nexans's commitment to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change.
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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
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