- Continued inequality and disillusionment among workers
- Climate change and transition to sustainable energy
- Cybersecurity risks to society
- Cybersecurity skills gap
- Scope 3 emissions (majority of GHG emissions)
Fortinet, Inc.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Fortinet, Inc. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 2.0M mtCO2e. By scope: Scope 1: 1.3K mtCO2e; Scope 2: 5.4K mtCO2e (location-based); 792 mtCO2e (market-based); Scope 3: 1.9M mtCO2e (Use of sold products) + other categories. 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
2.0M mtCO2e
2023
Renewable Energy
80% of owned sites
of total energy
Water Usage
829.2K m3
2023
Waste
642.1 tons (e-waste); 712.8 tons (recyclable waste)
2023
Energy Use
182.3K GJ
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). | 1.3K mtCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 5.4K mtCO2e (location-based); 792 mtCO2e (market-based) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 1.9M mtCO2e (Use of sold products) + other categories |
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 | 2.0M mtCO2e |
| 2021 | 4.5K mtCO2e (Scope 1 and 2) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- ~455 tons of CO2 emissions avoided through eco-friendly packaging
- 62% average reduction in product energy consumption
- 100% renewable electricity in 80% of owned sites
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Net zero GHG emissions across owned operations (Scope 1 & 2) by 2030
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero GHG emissions across entire value chain (all scopes) by 2050
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Talent developmentDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)Industry collaborationTechnology innovationDecarbonizationAddressing cybersecurity risks to societyRespecting the environmentPromoting responsible business