Cisco Systems Inc
Cisco Systems's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2024, Cisco Systems completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).
Cisco Systems has also provided a category-level breakdown for 10 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
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Insights into Cisco Systems's Operational Emissions
In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Cisco Systems amounted to 597,201 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a
Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Cisco Systems decreased by 1.64%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a
Cisco Systems's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Cisco Systems's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Cisco Systems were 33,683 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Has Cisco Systems reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2018, Cisco Systems's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 18.19%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a b
Compared to the previous year (2023), Cisco Systems's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 14.76%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a
What are Cisco Systems's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2024, Cisco Systems reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 28,418 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 563,518 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a
Has Cisco Systems reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2018, Cisco Systems's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based) have decreased by 15.48%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time. a b
Compared to the previous year (2023), Cisco Systems's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Cisco Systems 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a
What methodology does Cisco Systems use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2024, Cisco Systems reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a
Cisco Systems's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
Insights into Cisco Systems's Value Chain Emissions
In 2024, Cisco Systems reported 17,084,525 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a
The 2024 disclosure of Cisco Systems includes a breakdown across 10 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a
Cisco Systems's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Cisco Systems's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, Cisco Systems reported total Scope 3 emissions of 17,084,525 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Approximately 30.46% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 69.54% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a
Has Cisco Systems reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2018, Cisco Systems's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 33.4%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a b
Compared to the previous year (2023), Cisco Systems's Scope 3 emissions decreased by 22.75%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower indirect emissions from its value chain. a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Cisco Systems disclose?
In 2024, Cisco Systems reported emissions for 10 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a
This reflects a high level of granularity and transparency in the company's emissions reporting.
What are the main sources of Cisco Systems's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, the largest contributors to Cisco Systems's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 11,875,948 tCO₂e (69.51%)
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 4,050,393 tCO₂e (23.71%)
- Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 643,904 tCO₂e (3.77%)
Cisco Systems's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into Cisco Systems’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2024, Cisco Systems reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 33,683 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 53,807 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 0.63 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
Cisco Systems's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does Cisco Systems's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2024, Cisco Systems reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 0.63 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 0.89, this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does Cisco Systems rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2024, Cisco Systems ranked 9 out of 21 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
Cisco Systems is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency. a
Insights into Cisco Systems's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2024, Cisco Systems reported a total carbon footprint of 17,681,726 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 22.18% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a
The largest contributor to Cisco Systems's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 96.62% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 3.19%. a