Wesco
Wesco International, Inc., commonly known as Wesco, is a leading provider of electrical, industrial, and communications products and services. Headquartered in the United States, Wesco operates extensively across North America and has a growing presence in international markets. Founded in 1922, the company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its capabilities and market reach. Wesco's core offerings include electrical distribution, supply chain management, and integrated solutions tailored to various industries, such as construction, manufacturing, and telecommunications. What sets Wesco apart is its commitment to innovation and customer service, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions that enhance operational efficiency. With a strong market position, Wesco is recognised for its extensive product portfolio and expertise, making it a trusted partner in the electrical distribution sector.
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Wesco's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Wesco reported total carbon emissions of approximately 83,357,000 kg CO2e, comprising 50,693,570 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 36,719,290 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 18,396,530 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which include business travel and waste generated in operations. This marks a slight decrease from 2022, where total emissions were about 80,571,000 kg CO2e. Wesco's emissions data indicates a commitment to transparency, as they disclose emissions across all three scopes. In 2021, their total emissions were approximately 84,253,000 kg CO2e, showing a trend of maintaining emissions levels while increasing revenue, which reached about 22,385,200,000 USD in 2023. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their reports, Wesco's ongoing efforts to monitor and report emissions reflect a commitment to addressing climate change. The company continues to engage in sustainability practices, although no formal climate pledges or science-based targets have been established.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Wesco 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.
