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.
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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. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from the use of sold products (14,300,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (5,650,000 kg CO2e). Spirent has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2035. This long-term target encompasses all scopes of emissions, reflecting a comprehensive approach to sustainability. Additionally, the company is working towards carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2050, demonstrating a commitment to reducing its operational impact on climate change. The company’s emissions have seen fluctuations over the years, with a total of 48,686,000 kg CO2e reported in 2022 and 4,227,500 kg CO2e in 2021. These figures indicate a significant reduction in emissions from 2022 to 2023, highlighting Spirent's ongoing efforts to improve its environmental performance. Overall, Spirent Communications is actively engaging in initiatives to mitigate its carbon footprint and contribute to global climate goals, positioning itself as a responsible player in the telecommunications industry.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 238,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 6,127,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Spirent Communications is not participating in any 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.
