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Spirent Communications

Spirent Communications plc, a leading provider of test and assurance solutions, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates globally, with significant presence in North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1930, Spirent has established itself as a key player in the telecommunications and networking industry, focusing on areas such as network performance, cybersecurity, and cloud services. The company offers a range of innovative products and services, including advanced testing solutions for 5G networks and IoT devices, which are distinguished by their accuracy and scalability. Spirent's commitment to quality and reliability has earned it a strong market position, recognised for its contributions to the evolution of network technologies. With a rich history of milestones, Spirent continues to drive advancements that empower businesses to optimise their network performance and enhance user experiences.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Spirent Communications's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

39

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.

3

Industry Benchmark

Spirent Communications's score of 39 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Spirent Communications's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Spirent Communications reported total carbon emissions of approximately 32,618,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 73,600 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 4,118,800 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 28,426,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses areas such as business travel and the use of sold products. Over the years, Spirent has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The company has consistently reported emissions across all three scopes, indicating a comprehensive approach to understanding and managing its environmental impact. In 2022, total emissions were approximately 48,686,000 kg CO2e, showing a notable decrease in 2023. This reduction reflects the company's ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability practices, although further details on specific reduction strategies or climate pledges remain unspecified. Spirent's emissions intensity has been reported in various contexts, including per employee and per revenue, highlighting the company's focus on integrating sustainability into its operational framework. As a UK-based organisation, Spirent is positioned to align with broader industry standards and climate commitments, contributing to global efforts to mitigate climate change.

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Scope 1
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6,127,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Spirent Communications's primary industry is Post and telecommunication services (64), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Spirent Communications is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Spirent Communications is not committed to any 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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