TE Connectivity PLC

Common Name
TE Connectivity
Country
Ireland
Sector
Technology
Industry
Electronic Components
Employees
85,000
Ticker
TEL
Exchange
NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE, INC.
Website
www.te.com
Description
TE Connectivity plc is a global industrial technology company that designs and manufactures connectivity and sensor solutions across critical electrical and electronic systems. Its primary purpose is ...

TE Connectivity's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, TE Connectivity 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).

TE Connectivity has also provided a category-level breakdown for 9 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 2
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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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Verified Sources Behind TE Connectivity’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

Every figure on this dashboard has a transparent audit trail. With Tracenable, each data point is traceable back to its original source, viewable directly inside our platform. Explore TE Connectivity’s data sources below and access millions more through our Disclosure Search.

a. TE Connectivity's Corporate Responsibility Report (CRR) 2024
a. TE Connectivity's Corporate Responsibility Report (CRR) 2024
b. TE Connectivity's CDP Climate sourced from company’s website 2019
b. TE Connectivity's CDP Climate sourced from company’s website 2019
c. TE Connectivity's CDP Climate sourced from company’s website 2020
c. TE Connectivity's CDP Climate sourced from company’s website 2020

Insights into TE Connectivity's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of TE Connectivity amounted to 101,717 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 TE Connectivity decreased by 30.38%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a

TE Connectivity's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

2018201920202021202220232024020 k40 k60 k80 ktCO2e-6%-11%+19%-19%-23%-28%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are TE Connectivity's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of TE Connectivity were 32,102 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has TE Connectivity reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2018, TE Connectivity's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 54.98%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a c

Compared to the previous year (2023), TE Connectivity's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 28.26%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a

What are TE Connectivity's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, TE Connectivity reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 69,615 tCO₂e using the market-based method. a

Has TE Connectivity reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Compared to the previous year (2023), TE Connectivity's Scope 2 emissions (Market-Based) fell by 31.32% in 2024, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its energy consumption. a

What methodology does TE Connectivity use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, TE Connectivity reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method. a

TE Connectivity's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

20182019202020212022202320240150 k300 k450 k600 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into TE Connectivity's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, TE Connectivity reported 3,679,700 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 TE Connectivity includes a breakdown across 5 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

TE Connectivity's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

201820192020202120222023202401.5 M3 M4.5 M6 MtCO2e-32%+18278%+30%+12%-13%-1%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are TE Connectivity's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, TE Connectivity reported total Scope 3 emissions of 3,679,700 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Has TE Connectivity reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2018, TE Connectivity's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 15,544.98%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), TE Connectivity's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that TE Connectivity 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does TE Connectivity disclose?

In 2024, TE Connectivity reported emissions for 5 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a

This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.

What are the main sources of TE Connectivity's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to TE Connectivity's Scope 3 emissions were: a

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 2,980,000 tCO₂e (80.98%)
  • Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 515,000 tCO₂e (14%)
  • Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 130,000 tCO₂e (3.53%)

TE Connectivity's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Capital Goods(Cat. 2)(3.5%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(81.0%)UpstreamTransportation andDistribution(Cat. 4)(14.0%)

Insights into TE Connectivity’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, TE Connectivity reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 32,102 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 15,845 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 2.03 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

TE Connectivity's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

5050010,000200,0002,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)505005,00050,000500,000Revenues (Millions of USD)SANJabilYear: 2023Scope 1: 55,192 tCO2eRevenue: $M 34,701Scope 1 Intensity: 1.59 tCO2e/$MUniversal Scientific Industrial ShanghaiYear: 2023Scope 1: 5,265 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,554Scope 1 Intensity: 0.62 tCO2e/$MLingyi iTech (Guangdong)Year: 2023Scope 1: 14,819 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,801Scope 1 Intensity: 3.09 tCO2e/$MCorningYear: 2024Scope 1: 662,190 tCO2eRevenue: $M 13,118Scope 1 Intensity: 50.48 tCO2e/$MMurata ManufacturingYear: 2023Scope 1: 195,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,664Scope 1 Intensity: 15.40 tCO2e/$MInnoluxYear: 2024Scope 1: 79,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,609Scope 1 Intensity: 11.95 tCO2e/$MSanminaYear: 2021Scope 1: 137,418 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,738Scope 1 Intensity: 20.39 tCO2e/$MCelesticaYear: 2023Scope 1: 3,865 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,961Scope 1 Intensity: 0.49 tCO2e/$MLeyard OptoelectronicYear: 2023Scope 1: 538 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,072Scope 1 Intensity: 0.50 tCO2e/$MSSSVIYear: 2023Scope 1: 644 tCO2eRevenue: $M 659Scope 1 Intensity: 0.98 tCO2e/$MCheng Uei Precision IndustryYear: 2023Scope 1: 5,982 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,952Scope 1 Intensity: 2.03 tCO2e/$MOmronYear: 2023Scope 1: 3,727 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,577Scope 1 Intensity: 0.57 tCO2e/$MSK IE TechnologyYear: 2023Scope 1: 70,274 tCO2eRevenue: $M 508Scope 1 Intensity: 138.24 tCO2e/$MSun.King Technology GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 195 tCO2eRevenue: $M 162Scope 1 Intensity: 1.20 tCO2e/$MAUOYear: 2024Scope 1: 60,886 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,555Scope 1 Intensity: 7.12 tCO2e/$MCarel IndustriesYear: 2023Scope 1: 2,293 tCO2eRevenue: $M 725Scope 1 Intensity: 3.16 tCO2e/$MAAAsia Vital ComponentsYear: 2023Scope 1: 6,084 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,930Scope 1 Intensity: 3.15 tCO2e/$MMinebea MitsumiYear: 2023Scope 1: 108,800 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,701Scope 1 Intensity: 11.22 tCO2e/$MNNNan Ya Printed Circuit BoardYear: 2023Scope 1: 3,402 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,377Scope 1 Intensity: 2.47 tCO2e/$MHon Hai Precision IndustryYear: 2024Scope 1: 127,936 tCO2eRevenue: $M 209,388Scope 1 Intensity: 0.61 tCO2e/$MWT MicroelectronicsYear: 2023Scope 1: 110 tCO2eRevenue: $M 19,308Scope 1 Intensity: 0.01 tCO2e/$MTokyo Ohka KogyoYear: 2023Scope 1: 14,165 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,147Scope 1 Intensity: 12.35 tCO2e/$MUniversal DisplayYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,052 tCO2eRevenue: $M 648Scope 1 Intensity: 1.62 tCO2e/$MLuxshare Precision IndustryYear: 2024Scope 1: 81,370 tCO2eRevenue: $M 36,830Scope 1 Intensity: 2.21 tCO2e/$MTE ConnectivityYear: 2024Scope 1: 32,102 tCO2eRevenue: $M 15,845Scope 1 Intensity: 2.03 tCO2e/$M

How does TE Connectivity's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, TE Connectivity reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 2.03 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 2.34 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does TE Connectivity rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, TE Connectivity ranked 11 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

TE Connectivity is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency. a

Insights into TE Connectivity's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, TE Connectivity reported a total carbon footprint of 3,781,417 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 2.08% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a

The largest contributor to TE Connectivity's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 97.31% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 1.84%. a

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