Hcl
HCL Technologies, commonly referred to as HCL, is a leading global IT services company headquartered in Noida, India. Founded in 1976, HCL has established itself as a key player in the technology sector, with a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. The company operates primarily in the information technology and business services industry, offering a diverse range of solutions including software development, infrastructure management, and digital transformation services. HCL is renowned for its innovative approach to technology, particularly in areas such as cloud computing, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence. With a commitment to delivering unique, customer-centric solutions, HCL has achieved significant milestones, including numerous industry awards and recognitions. As a trusted partner for many Fortune 500 companies, HCL continues to strengthen its market position through strategic investments and a focus on sustainable growth.
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Hcl's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, HCL Technologies reported total carbon emissions of approximately 247,460,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, 154,918,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 12,508,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1. This reflects a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint significantly. HCL has set ambitious targets to achieve a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline. Additionally, the company aims for a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by the same year, with these targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to align with the 1.5°C pathway. HCL's emissions data shows a trend of increasing emissions over the years, with 2023 figures indicating 277,267,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, 157,865,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 15,878,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1. The company is also committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2040 across all scopes. These initiatives are part of HCL's broader sustainability strategy, which includes investments in renewable energy and other measures to enhance operational efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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| 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 24,373,920 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 99,391,070 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 38,223,960 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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