Southwire
Southwire Company, LLC, headquartered in the United States, is a leading manufacturer in the wire and cable industry. Founded in 1950, Southwire has established a strong presence across North America and beyond, specialising in the production of copper and aluminium wire, as well as various cable products. The company is renowned for its innovative solutions, including its commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency, which sets it apart in a competitive market. Southwire's core offerings encompass a wide range of electrical products, from building wire to industrial cable, catering to diverse sectors such as construction, renewable energy, and telecommunications. With a robust market position, Southwire has achieved numerous accolades for its quality and service, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the electrical industry.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Southwire's score of 7 is lower than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Southwire's reported carbon emissions
As of 2021, Southwire's carbon emissions totalled approximately 295,066,000 kg CO2e, comprising 106,062,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 189,004,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets have not been publicly disclosed. Southwire is actively engaged in climate initiatives, with a near-term target status classified as "Committed," indicating a proactive approach to addressing climate change. However, the company has not yet committed to a net-zero target. In previous years, Southwire's emissions have shown fluctuations, with Scope 1 emissions peaking at approximately 354,767,000 kg CO2e in 2018 and Scope 2 emissions reaching about 251,397,000 kg CO2e in 2019. The company operates within the electrical equipment and machinery sector in the United States, highlighting its role in the broader context of industrial emissions and climate responsibility.
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Add to project| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 291,968,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 125,053,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,096,842,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Southwire is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
