NortonLifeLock Inc., formerly known as Symantec Corporation, is a leading cybersecurity company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1982, it has established itself as a key player in the digital security industry, focusing on identity protection, cyber safety, and privacy solutions. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, NortonLifeLock offers a range of core products, including antivirus software, VPN services, and identity theft protection, all designed to safeguard users' online experiences. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the acquisition of LifeLock in 2017, which enhanced its identity protection offerings. NortonLifeLock is recognised for its innovative approach to cybersecurity, providing unique features such as dark web monitoring and real-time threat detection. As a trusted name in the industry, it continues to lead the market with a commitment to protecting individuals and families from evolving cyber threats.
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Nortonlifelock's score of 52 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2025, NortonLifeLock reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 10,258,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined, with Scope 2 emissions alone amounting to about 9,844,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling approximately 77,030,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects a commitment to transparency in their environmental impact. NortonLifeLock has made notable strides in reducing its carbon footprint, achieving a 15% reduction in total GHG emissions (Scope 1, 2, and 3) from 2024 to 2025. Specifically, they reduced Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 15% and Scope 3 emissions by 11% during the same period. Furthermore, the company has set ambitious targets, aiming for net zero emissions by 2030 for both Scope 1 and 2 emissions, as well as a commitment to year-over-year reductions. Historically, NortonLifeLock achieved a remarkable 52% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions between FY20 and FY21, demonstrating their proactive approach to climate action. Additionally, they plan to be carbon neutral by 2050, reinforcing their long-term commitment to sustainability. The emissions data and reduction initiatives are not cascaded from a parent company, ensuring that NortonLifeLock's commitments and achievements are independently reported.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
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Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Scope 2 | 34,492,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 180,108,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Nortonlifelock 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.