- Supply chain disruptions due to climate events and regulatory changes.
- Increased operating expenses due to global climate change adaptations.
- Changing customer preferences related to climate change mitigation.
- Increased water stress in some operating regions.
- Potential for increased flood risk due to climate change.
- Need for low-carbon backup generation alternatives.
- Limited availability of low-carbon construction materials.
CyrusOne LP
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, CyrusOne LP disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 607.2K tCO2e/year (market-based Scope 1 & 2). By scope: Scope 1: 28.9K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 593.0K tCO2e/year (market-based); Scope 3: 367.7K tCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
607.2K tCO2e/year (market-based Scope 1 & 2)
2023
Renewable Energy
61.1% of all electricity delivered
of total energy
Water Usage
1.3K ML/year (withdrawal)
2023
Waste
3.3K short tons/year
2023
Energy Use
4.2M MWh/year
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 28.9K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 593.0K tCO2e/year (market-based) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 367.7K tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 607.2K tCO2e/year (market-based Scope 1 & 2) |
| 2022 | 1.2M MTCO2e (location-based); 613164 MTCO2e (market-based) |
| 2021 | 1.1M MTCO2e |
| 2020 | 1.0M tCO2e/year (location-based); 1019116 tCO2e/year (market-based) |
| 2019 | 964.9K MTCO2e |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced Scope 1 & 2 carbon emissions by 4.7% since 2018, while doubling business activity (as measured by overall energy usage).
- Achieved 100% renewable electricity in Europe.
- Received NWF Wildlife Habitat certification for two largest data center campuses.
- Achieved a 46% overall waste diversion rate, more than double that of 2022.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Achieve 20% diverse supply chain spend by end of 2024 (already exceeded).
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve climate neutrality by 2030 for Scope 1 and 2 emissions.
- Achieve 100% water-free cooling in new data centers.
🔭 Long-term
- Net positive water in high-stress regions.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeWater ConservationBiodiversityCircular EconomyOccupational SafetyCommunity EngagementEconomic ImpactBusiness Continuity/ResilienceInformation SecurityLaws & RegulationsTechnological Trends