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 26 is higher than 97% 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
In 2023, Southwire Company, headquartered in the United States, reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 112,715,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 125,799,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, with a total location-based Scope 2 emissions of about 204,945,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting. Over recent years, Southwire has made significant strides in reducing its carbon footprint. From 2016 to 2021, the company achieved a reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions, decreasing from approximately 125,053,000 kg CO2e in 2016 to about 106,062,000 kg CO2e in 2021. This represents a notable effort towards sustainability. Looking ahead, Southwire has set ambitious near-term targets, committing to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 54.8% by 2032, using 2022 as the base year. Additionally, the company aims to cut absolute Scope 3 emissions by 30% within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Southwire is also involved in broader industry initiatives, such as the Advancing Net Zero initiative, which aims for all buildings to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. This commitment underscores the company's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its overall environmental impact.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 125,053,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 291,968,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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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.
