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Spirent Communications Sustainability Profile

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Spirent Communications plc, a leading provider of test and assurance solutions, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates globally, with significant presence in North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1930, Spirent has established itself as a key player in the telecommunications and networking industry, focusing on areas such as network performance, cybersecurity, and cloud services. The company offers a range of innovative products and services, including advanced testing solutions for 5G networks and IoT devices, which are distinguished by their accuracy and scalability. Spirent's commitment to quality and reliability has earned it a strong market position, recognised for its contributions to the evolution of network technologies. With a rich history of milestones, Spirent continues to drive advancements that empower businesses to optimise their network performance and enhance user experiences.

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56

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Telecommunications 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.

36

Industry Benchmark

Spirent Communications's score of 56 is higher than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Spirent Communications's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Spirent Communications, headquartered in Great Britain, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 32,618,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 73,600 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from stationary combustion, and 4,118,800 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, with a market-based total of 58,500 kg CO2e. The majority of their emissions, about 28,426,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses various categories such as the use of sold products (14,300,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (5,650,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, Spirent's total emissions were approximately 48,686,000 kg CO2e, indicating a significant reduction in emissions year-on-year. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2035. This target reflects a long-term commitment to addressing climate change, with specific goals for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions also established for the same timeframe. Spirent's emissions data is independently reported and does not cascade from any parent organization. The company actively participates in climate initiatives, demonstrating a proactive approach to sustainability and carbon management.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
6,127,000
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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Spirent Communications's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Spirent Communications'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 Spirent Communications is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Spirent Communications's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Spirent Communications's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 36% last year and increased by approximately 182% since 2019, 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 "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 50% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Use of Sold Products
50%
Purchased Goods and Services
20%
Business Travel
10%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
9%
Employee Commuting
5%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
4%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Spirent Communications'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.

Spirent Communications has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. 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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