Public Profile

Switch

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.

3

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.

10

Industry Benchmark

Switch's score of 3 is lower than 79% 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

Switch, headquartered in the US, currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data or reduction targets. Without available figures, it is unclear how their emissions profile looks in terms of Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions. However, the company is expected to have climate commitments in line with industry standards, focusing on sustainability and reducing environmental impact. As the industry increasingly prioritises climate action, it is likely that Switch is exploring initiatives to enhance their sustainability practices and align with broader climate goals. Further information on their specific commitments or targets would be necessary to provide a comprehensive overview of their climate strategy.

Industry emissions intensity

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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.

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. Switch is headquartered in US, 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.

Switch 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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