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Norsat

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Norsat International Inc., commonly referred to as Norsat, is a leading provider of innovative satellite communications solutions headquartered in Canada. Established in 1977, the company has made significant strides in the satellite industry, particularly in the design and manufacture of satellite ground station equipment and portable satellite terminals. With a strong presence in North America and expanding operations globally, Norsat offers a diverse range of products, including satellite modems, antennas, and RF components, known for their reliability and performance in challenging environments. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as pioneering advancements in satellite technology, which have solidified its position as a trusted partner for government, military, and commercial clients. Norsat's commitment to quality and innovation continues to drive its success in the competitive satellite communications market.

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25

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Telecommunications Services 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Norsat's score of 25 is lower than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Norsat's reported carbon emissions

Norsat, headquartered in CA, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures in kg CO2e. The company is a current subsidiary of Norsat International Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. While Norsat has not established specific reduction targets or initiatives, it is important to note that emissions data may be cascaded from its parent company or related organizations. For instance, Norsat's climate performance could be indirectly informed by the sustainability efforts of Hytera Communications Corporation Limited, from which it inherits data at a cascade level of 2. As of now, Norsat has not publicly committed to any specific climate pledges or initiatives, nor does it have any Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) targets in place. The company’s approach to climate action remains undefined, highlighting a potential area for future development in sustainability practices.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Norsat's primary industry is Post and telecommunication services (64), 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 Norsat is in CA, 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.

Norsat 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.

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Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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