Volex PLC

Common Name
Volex
Country
United Kingdom
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Electrical Equipment & Parts
Employees
13,000
Ticker
VLX
Exchange
LONDON STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Volex plc is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of power cords, electrical connectors, and cable assemblies. As an integral player in power and data transmission solutions, Volex serves a...

Volex's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2025, Volex 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).

Volex has also provided a category-level breakdown for 7 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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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 Volex’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. Volex's Annual Report 2025
a. Volex's Annual Report 2025

Insights into Volex's Operational Emissions

In 2025, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Volex amounted to 28,388 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 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Volex increased by 22.81%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations. a

Volex's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

2024202505501.1 k1.65 k2.2 ktCO2e+13%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Volex's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2025, the total Scope 1 emissions of Volex were 2,012 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Compared to the previous year (2024), Volex's Scope 1 emissions increased by 13.29%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations. a

What are Volex's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2025, Volex reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 21,473 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 26,376 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

Has Volex reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Compared to the previous year (2024), Volex's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) rose by 23.6% in 2025, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from purchased electricity and energy a

What methodology does Volex use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2025, Volex reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a

Volex's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

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  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Volex's Value Chain Emissions

In 2025, Volex reported 440,316 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 2025 disclosure of Volex includes a breakdown across 7 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, up from 2 in 2024, reflecting improved emissions accounting practices and greater transparency across the company's value chain a

Volex's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

202420250150 k300 k450 k600 ktCO2e+20070%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Volex's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, Volex reported total Scope 3 emissions of 440,316 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

Compared to the previous year (2024), Volex's Scope 3 emissions increased by 20,070.22%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Volex disclose?

In 2025, Volex reported emissions for 7 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 Volex's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, the largest contributors to Volex's Scope 3 emissions were: a

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 414,752 tCO₂e (94.19%)
  • Employee Commuting (Cat. 7): 12,606 tCO₂e (2.86%)
  • Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 8,103 tCO₂e (1.84%)

Volex's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Employee Commuting(Cat. 7)(2.9%)UpstreamTransportation andDistribution(Cat. 4)(1.8%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(94.2%)

Insights into Volex’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2025, Volex reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 2,012 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 826 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 2.43 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

Volex's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

202002,00020,000200,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)502001,0002,00010,000Revenues (Millions of USD)LSVClarksonYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,014 tCO2eRevenue: $M 814Scope 1 Intensity: 1.25 tCO2e/$MCapitaYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,150 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,039Scope 1 Intensity: 1.69 tCO2e/$MLLLords Group TradingYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,104 tCO2eRevenue: $M 548Scope 1 Intensity: 9.31 tCO2e/$MPagegroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 828 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,182Scope 1 Intensity: 0.38 tCO2e/$MnVent ElectricYear: 2024Scope 1: 32,812 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,006Scope 1 Intensity: 10.92 tCO2e/$MGenuit GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 13,063 tCO2eRevenue: $M 704Scope 1 Intensity: 18.55 tCO2e/$MYouGovYear: 2024Scope 1: 122 tCO2eRevenue: $M 430Scope 1 Intensity: 0.28 tCO2e/$MHSS Hire GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 9,385 tCO2eRevenue: $M 445Scope 1 Intensity: 21.11 tCO2e/$MVolution GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,120 tCO2eRevenue: $M 446Scope 1 Intensity: 4.75 tCO2e/$MSeverfieldYear: 2024Scope 1: 6,101 tCO2eRevenue: $M 585Scope 1 Intensity: 10.43 tCO2e/$MSThreeYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,364 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,895Scope 1 Intensity: 1.25 tCO2e/$MWeir GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 64,880 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,144Scope 1 Intensity: 20.63 tCO2e/$MDialightYear: 2022Scope 1: 1,663 tCO2eRevenue: $M 210Scope 1 Intensity: 7.93 tCO2e/$MRotorkYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,533 tCO2eRevenue: $M 947Scope 1 Intensity: 3.73 tCO2e/$MSeniorYear: 2024Scope 1: 7,945 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,226Scope 1 Intensity: 6.48 tCO2e/$MKier GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 28,853 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,938Scope 1 Intensity: 5.84 tCO2e/$MRS GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 5,734 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,757Scope 1 Intensity: 1.53 tCO2e/$MQinetiQ GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 19,662 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,499Scope 1 Intensity: 7.87 tCO2e/$MHill & SmithYear: 2023Scope 1: 36,664 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,057Scope 1 Intensity: 34.70 tCO2e/$MGattacaYear: 2024Scope 1: 38 tCO2eRevenue: $M 500Scope 1 Intensity: 0.08 tCO2e/$MMorgan Sindall GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 8,733 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,243Scope 1 Intensity: 1.67 tCO2e/$MFW ThorpeYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,574 tCO2eRevenue: $M 222Scope 1 Intensity: 7.08 tCO2e/$MHalmaYear: 2025Scope 1: 4,128 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,909Scope 1 Intensity: 1.42 tCO2e/$MRathbones GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 584 tCO2eRevenue: $M 727Scope 1 Intensity: 0.80 tCO2e/$MSSSpirax GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 17,405 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,090Scope 1 Intensity: 8.33 tCO2e/$MVVVolexYear: 2025Scope 1: 2,012 tCO2eRevenue: $M 826Scope 1 Intensity: 2.43 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2025, Volex reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 2.43 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 5.84 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does Volex rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2025, Volex ranked 11 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

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

Insights into Volex's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2025, Volex reported a total carbon footprint of 468,704 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 1,752.66% increase compared to 2024, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain. a

The largest contributor to Volex's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 93.94% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 5.63%. a

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