Westcon-Comstor, a global technology provider and specialist distributor, has announced significant progress in reducing carbon emissions and expanding its use of renewable energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The company\u2019s latest annual Responsible Business report reveals that it now sources 50% of electricity globally from renewables \u2013 up from 42% last year \u2013 marking a major step toward its goal of 100% by 2030. Westcon-Comstor has already transitioned fully to renewable energy in the UK, Australia and New Zealand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Scope 1 and 2 emissions \u2013 those that Westcon-Comstor owns or controls either directly or indirectly \u2013 fell by 8% and 29% respectively year-on-year, with a total reduction of 24% since FY22, meaning the company is nearly halfway to its 2030 target of a 50% reduction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Westcon-Comstor\u2019s 2050 net zero ambition and other sustainability targets were validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) in 2023, making it the first major global technology distributor to earn this recognition. One key target \u2013 having 80% of supply chain partners set science-based emission reduction goals \u2013 has also been met on time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Responsible Business report covers Westcon-Comstor\u2019s action and progress on three strategic focus areas of people, planet and communities in its FY25 financial year. During the year, the company voluntarily aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and carried out a double materiality assessment, using a methodology based on the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The company also improved its methodology for calculating emissions that it does not directly own or control, known as Scope 3 emissions. An increase in the range of supplier-specific data used in calculations contributed to a 10% increase in Scope 3 emissions versus FY24. Looking ahead, the company intends to work with vendors and partners across the IT channel, designing and delivering initiatives to reduce its Scope 3 emissions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cOur latest Responsible Business report shows that we\u2019re making real progress in cutting Scope 1 and 2 emissions and expanding our use of renewables,\u201d said Kevin Brzezinski, Chief Sustainability Officer at Westcon-Comstor. \u201cChallenges remain, but we\u2019re committed to leading by example and reducing our carbon footprint across operations and supply chains as we collaborate with partners and vendors to drive sustainability across the IT channel.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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