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Volex

Volex, a leading global provider of power and data connectivity solutions, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1898, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Volex operates primarily within the electrical and electronic manufacturing industry, specialising in the design and production of high-performance cables and connectors. The company’s core products include power cords, custom cable assemblies, and advanced connectivity solutions, all distinguished by their reliability and innovative design. Volex has achieved significant milestones, including numerous industry certifications and a reputation for quality that positions it as a trusted partner for major global brands. With a commitment to sustainability and technological advancement, Volex continues to lead in the competitive landscape of connectivity solutions.

DitchCarbon Score

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51

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Furniture Manufacturing 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Volex's score of 51 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Volex's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Volex reported total carbon emissions of approximately 25,300,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,776,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 21,340,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2,183,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a slight decrease from 2023, when their global emissions were about 20,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 830,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 19,170,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 1,845,000 kg CO2e. Volex is committed to significant climate action, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as part of the Business Ambition for 1.5°C campaign. Additionally, they have set a target to achieve net-zero emissions for Scope 1 and 2 by 2035. These commitments align with industry standards and reflect Volex's dedication to reducing its carbon footprint in the electrical equipment and machinery sector.

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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Volex's primary industry is Furniture; other manufactured goods n.e.c. (36), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Volex is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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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