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updated 15 days ago

Wistron Neweb Sustainability Profile

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Wistron Neweb Corporation, commonly referred to as WNC, is a leading player in the telecommunications and networking industry, headquartered in Taiwan (TW). Founded in 2000, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Wistron Neweb specialises in the design and manufacturing of advanced communication equipment, including wireless communication devices, IoT solutions, and network infrastructure products. With a commitment to innovation, WNC has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner for global telecommunications companies. Its core offerings are distinguished by their reliability and cutting-edge technology, catering to the evolving needs of the market. Wistron Neweb's dedication to quality and customer satisfaction has solidified its reputation as a key player in the industry, contributing to its notable achievements and market leadership.

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88

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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Wistron Neweb's score of 88 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Wistron Neweb's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Wistron Neweb Corporation (WNC), headquartered in Taiwan, reported significant carbon emissions across various scopes. The total emissions for Scope 1 amounted to approximately 13,915,420 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions reached about 54,279,350 kg CO2e. The most substantial contribution came from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 16,722,873,230 kg CO2e. WNC has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 46.4% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, the company has committed to reducing absolute Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2030 from a 2023 base year. Long-term goals include achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by 2050, with a target to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 90% from a 2022 base year, and Scope 3 emissions by 90% from a 2023 base year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect WNC's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the technology hardware sector.

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201520172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
19,748,670
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Scope 2
255,476,630
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Scope 3
3,185,224,290
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How Carbon Intensive is Wistron Neweb's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Wistron Neweb's Location?

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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 Wistron Neweb is in TW, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Wistron Neweb's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Wistron Neweb's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 351% last year and increased by approximately 425% since 2015, 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 61% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
61%
Use of Sold Products
34%
Processing of Sold Products
2%
Capital Goods
1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Investments
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%

Wistron Neweb's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Wistron Neweb 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.

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

Compare Wistron Neweb's Emissions with Industry Peers

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Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31)
Updated 2 days ago

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