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Spirent Communications, a leading player in the post and telecommunication services industry, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1930, the company has established itself as a pioneer in network testing, assurance, and analytics, catering to a diverse range of sectors including telecommunications, automotive, and cloud services.
With a strong focus on innovation, Spirent offers unique solutions such as network performance testing and cybersecurity assessments, enabling clients to optimise their networks and enhance user experiences. The company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in 5G technology, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for service providers and enterprises worldwide. Spirent's commitment to quality and reliability has earned it a prominent market position, making it a go-to choice for organisations seeking to navigate the complexities of modern communication networks.
+25 vs industry average
Spirent Communications’s score of 67 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Post and Telecommunications Services has typical carbon intensity
The Post and Telecommunications Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Spirent Communications's climate commitments and carbon emissions.
Spirent Communications aims to achieve net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by the end of 2035. The company is also working towards a long-term carbon-neutral target for its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2050. Spirent Communications plc is the direct source of its performance data; however, its SBTi targets are cascaded from its parent company, Keysight Technologies, Inc.
In 2024, Spirent Communications reported total emissions of approximately 35.2 million kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of 60,400 kg CO2e, Scope 2 (location-based) emissions of 3.76 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 31.43 million kg CO2e. Key categories within Scope 3 include use of sold products (17.66 million kg CO2e), purchased goods and services (7.05 million kg CO2e), and business travel (3.19 million kg CO2e).
Looking back to 2023, Spirent Communications's total emissions were approximately 32.61 million kg CO2e. This comprised Scope 1 emissions of 73,600 kg CO2e, Scope 2 (location-based) emissions of 4.12 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 28.43 million kg CO2e.
In 2022, Spirent Communications's total emissions were approximately 48.69 million kg CO2e. This figure included Scope 1 emissions of 62,700 kg CO2e, Scope 2 (location-based) emissions of 4.21 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 44.42 million kg CO2e. The primary contributors to Scope 3 were purchased goods and services (6.83 million kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (1.18 million kg CO2e).
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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