- Maintaining and further improving Scope 1+2 emissions reduction
- Increasing representation of women at management levels
- Monitoring, managing and mitigating risk in the supply chain
Ribbon Communications (Nasdaq: RBBN)
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Ribbon Communications (Nasdaq: RBBN) disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 17.3K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2). By scope: Scope 1: 2.1K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 15.2K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 11.1K 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
17.3K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2)
2023
Renewable Energy
7.7% of total energy use (2023)
of total energy
Water Usage
40.38 Megaliters/year
2023
Waste
214 tons/year
2023
Energy Use
206.2K GJ/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). | 2.1K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 15.2K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 11.1K 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 | 17.3K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2) |
| 2022 | 21.8K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2) |
| 2021-2022 | 23.1K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2) |
| 2020-2021 | 26.0K tCO2e/year (Scope 12 & 3) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- 33% cumulative reduction in absolute Scope 1+2 GHG emissions in 2023 compared to the 2018 base year, exceeding the 2030 target
- 17% reduction in the rate of waste sent to landfills compared to 2022
- 90% cumulative reduction in equipment and laboratory space compared to non-optimized operations
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Audit 30% of Tier 1 suppliers by 2025
📅 Medium-term
- Increase women in management to 30% by 2025
- Maintain and improve Scope 1+2 emissions reduction
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero emissions
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeSupply ChainDiversity & Inclusion