Te Connectivity Ltd., commonly referred to as TE Connectivity, is a global leader in connectivity and sensor solutions, headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 2007, the company has rapidly established itself in various industries, including automotive, aerospace, industrial, and telecommunications. TE Connectivity is renowned for its innovative products, such as connectors, sensors, and relays, which are designed to enhance performance and reliability in demanding environments. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, TE Connectivity serves a diverse clientele, providing tailored solutions that meet the evolving needs of its customers. The company’s commitment to quality and technological advancement has positioned it as a trusted partner in the market, achieving significant milestones in product development and sustainability initiatives. Through its extensive portfolio, TE Connectivity continues to drive progress in connectivity solutions worldwide.
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In 2024, TE Connectivity, headquartered in Switzerland (CH), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,800,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 32,102,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 69,615,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 3,679,700,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which primarily stem from purchased goods and services (2,980,000,000 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (515,000,000 kg CO2e). TE Connectivity has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a reduction of more than 70% in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company has committed to reducing its Scope 3 emissions by 30% by 2032, relative to a 2022 baseline. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to maintaining global temperature rise below 1.5°C. In recent years, TE Connectivity has made notable progress in its emissions reduction efforts. For instance, in 2023, the company reported total emissions of approximately 4,000,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight decrease from 4,500,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022. The company continues to focus on sustainability and aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, reinforcing its commitment to a low-carbon future.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 149,396,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 449,359,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 18,677,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Te Connectivity's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 1% last year and increased significantly since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 81% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Te Connectivity has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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