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Cdw Sustainability Profile

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CDW Corporation, commonly referred to as CDW, is a leading provider of technology solutions headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1984, the company has established a strong presence across North America, serving a diverse clientele that includes businesses, government entities, and educational institutions. Specialising in IT products and services, CDW offers a comprehensive range of solutions, including hardware, software, and cloud services. What sets CDW apart is its commitment to delivering tailored technology solutions that meet the unique needs of its customers. With a robust portfolio and a focus on innovation, CDW has achieved significant milestones, including being recognised as a top IT provider in the industry. As a trusted partner in the technology sector, CDW continues to enhance its market position through strategic partnerships and a customer-centric approach, solidifying its reputation as a go-to resource for IT solutions.

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58

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.

31

Industry Benchmark

Cdw's score of 58 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

74%

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Cdw's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, CDW Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,037,569 kg CO2e, comprising 367,900.5 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 76,770 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2,592,898 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2022 as the base year. Additionally, CDW is committed to reducing total Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2030 from the same base year. CDW's long-term goal includes achieving Net Zero emissions by 2040. The company also plans to ensure that 80% of its suppliers, representing emissions from purchased goods and services, will have science-based targets by 2028. These targets align with industry standards and reflect CDW's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its overall carbon footprint.

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2020202120222023
Scope 1
3,160,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
16,976,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
-
00,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Cdw's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Cdw's primary industry is Computer Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Cdw'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 Cdw is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Cdw's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Cdw's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 1% last year and decreased by approximately 50% since 2021, 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 69% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
69%
Use of Sold Products
28%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Cdw'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.

Cdw 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

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