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Prysmian

Prysmian Group, a global leader in the cable manufacturing industry, is headquartered in Italy and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1870, the company has achieved significant milestones, including its role in major infrastructure projects and advancements in energy and telecommunications solutions. Prysmian specialises in the production of high-tech cables and systems for energy and telecommunications, offering unique products that cater to the evolving needs of various sectors. With a strong market position, Prysmian is recognised for its commitment to innovation and sustainability, making it a preferred partner for clients worldwide. The company’s extensive portfolio includes power cables, optical fibres, and connectivity solutions, solidifying its reputation as a key player in the global market.

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93

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery Manufacturing 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.

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Industry Benchmark

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Prysmian's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Prysmian Group reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 239,924,620,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 227,215,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 2,680,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 47.2% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, Prysmian targets a 27.5% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2035 and a similar reduction for Scope 3 emissions by 2050. Prysmian's commitment to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050 aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) standards. The company has upgraded its targets, now aiming for a 90% reduction in Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2050, reflecting a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Prysmian's primary industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31), 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 Prysmian is in IT, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Prysmian is participating in some 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.

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