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updated 9 days ago

Switch

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Switch, officially known as Switch, Inc., is a leading provider of data centre solutions headquartered in the United States. Established in 2000, the company has made significant strides in the technology sector, particularly in the areas of colocation, cloud services, and interconnection. With major operational regions across North America, Switch has positioned itself as a pioneer in sustainable data centre design, boasting some of the most advanced facilities in the industry. The company is renowned for its unique approach to energy efficiency and environmental sustainability, setting benchmarks with its Tier 5® data centres. Switch has achieved notable recognition for its commitment to innovation and reliability, consistently ranking among the top data centre providers globally. With a focus on delivering high-performance infrastructure, Switch continues to shape the future of digital connectivity.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Switch'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.

29

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer 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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Switch's score of 29 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Switch's reported carbon emissions

As of the latest available data, Switch has not reported any specific carbon emissions figures. However, the company has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at achieving net-zero carbon emissions for Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2024. This goal reflects a proactive approach to reducing their direct and indirect emissions associated with energy consumption and operational activities. Switch has already achieved its target for Scope 2 emissions ahead of schedule, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action. The company’s initiatives are part of a broader strategy to enhance environmental responsibility and align with industry standards for climate action. While no specific emissions data is available, Switch's focus on achieving net-zero emissions underscores its dedication to combating climate change and promoting a sustainable future.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Switch's primary industry is Computer and related services (72), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. This request for Switch is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Switch 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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