Equinix

Sustainability Report and Carbon Intensity Rankings

Is Equinix doing their part?

Their DitchCarbon score is 65

Equinix has a DitchCarbon Score of 65, indicating a moderate level of sustainability in its operations. This score reflects the company’s efforts to manage its carbon intensity, suggesting a commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. A higher score would denote even greater success in achieving low carbon intensity and sustainability goals.

This was calculated based on 30+ company specific emissions data points, the higher the score, the better. Check out our methodology.

Industry emissions intensity

Very low

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Very high

Equinix operates within the computer services industry, which has a very low carbon intensity ranking. Some industries are more damaging than others, this ranking gives you an indication of how carbon intensive the industry is which this company operates in.

Location emissions intensity

Very low

Low

Medium

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Very high

Equinix operates in the United States, which has a low carbon intensity rating. This favorable environmental context supports the company’s sustainability efforts by reducing its overall carbon footprint.

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The Ultimate Guide to Building Sustainability Into Procurement​​

In this guide you can learn about the three stages of sustainable procurement.

Stage 1) – Identify and Communicate
Sustainability Maturity

Stage 2) – Start to Give Preference to Mature Suppliers

Stage 3) – Make Climate Action a “Hard” Measure for Procurement

9.89%

...this company is doing 9.89% better in emissions than the industry average.

Equinix, Inc., founded in 1998 and headquartered in Redwood City, operates within the computer services industry. The company specializes in connecting businesses globally through its interconnected data centers in 44 markets across five continents. Equinix offers a platform for companies to accelerate their business, IT, and cloud strategies by facilitating essential interconnections in a digital economy.

emission intelligence's platform recommendations for Equinix

Equinix should consider investing in cleaner and more efficient machinery and equipment to potentially reduce their scope 1 emissions by 15%.

Good news, Equinix has embraced strong SBTi commitments

Equinix has established Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments to significantly reduce its greenhouse gas emissions from both direct operations and purchased energy. These targets align with the ambitious goal of limiting global temperature rise to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels.
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