F5 Inc
F5's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2023, F5 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).
F5 has also provided a category-level breakdown for 10 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 - 2017 |
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Total Scope 1 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Market-Based | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Location-Based | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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aVerified Sources Behind F5’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data
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Insights into F5's Operational Emissions
In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of F5 amounted to 7,951 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 2022, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of F5 increased by 28.84%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations. a
F5's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are F5's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of F5 were 781 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Has F5 reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2019, F5's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 52.84%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a b
Compared to the previous year (2022), F5's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 2.74%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a
What are F5's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2023, F5 reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 2,929 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 7,170 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a
What methodology does F5 use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2023, F5 reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a
F5's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
Insights into F5's Value Chain Emissions
In 2023, F5 reported 136,415 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 2023 disclosure of F5 includes a breakdown across 10 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2022, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a
F5's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are F5's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, F5 reported total Scope 3 emissions of 136,415 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Approximately 43.89% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 56.11% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a
Compared to the previous year (2022), F5's Scope 3 emissions decreased by 30.45%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower indirect emissions from its value chain. a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does F5 disclose?
In 2023, F5 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 F5's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, the largest contributors to F5's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 76,531 tCO₂e (56.1%)
- Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 22,933 tCO₂e (16.81%)
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 14,184 tCO₂e (10.4%)
F5's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into F5’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2023, F5 reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 781 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 2,813 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 0.28 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
F5's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does F5's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2023, F5 reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 0.28 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 0.24 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does F5 rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2023, F5 ranked 13 out of 22 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
F5 is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency. a
Insights into F5's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2023, F5 reported a total carbon footprint of 144,366 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 28.64% decrease compared to 2022, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a
The largest contributor to F5's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 94.49% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 4.97%. a