- Evolving carbon neutral goal and exploring science-based targets.
- Managing water scarcity in water-stressed locations.
- Integrating best practices and ensuring compliance across acquired entities.
Cox Enterprises
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Cox Enterprises disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 747.6K MT CO2e (Scope 1+2 location based). By scope: Scope 1: 287.9K MT CO2e; Scope 2: 459.8K MT CO2e (location-based); Scope 3: 1.8M MT CO2e. 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
747.6K MT CO2e (Scope 1+2 location based)
2023
Renewable Energy
3.43% of total energy use
of total energy
Water Usage
2.4K ML
2023
Waste
48.7K tons
2023
Energy Use
2.8B kWh
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). | 287.9K MT CO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 459.8K MT CO2e (location-based) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 1.8M MT CO2e |
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 | 747.6K MT CO2e (Scope 1+2 location based) |
| 2021-2022 | 302.5K short tons CO2e (2022) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Achieved zero waste to landfill in 2024 with a 92% diversion rate.
- 71 domestic locations achieved Zero Waste to Landfill status.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Improve executive POC representation by 50% by the end of 2026
- Spend $1 billion with diverse suppliers by the end of 2026
📅 Medium-term
- Expand Cox Communications footprint to reach residential customers in underserved and rural communities adjacent to our network, providing reliable internet service to more than 250,000 homes and businesses in nearby communities within five years.
🔭 Long-term
- Empower 34 million people to live more prosperous lives by 2034
- Make investments to create a large and impactful cleantech business for a more sustainable future
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Caring for PeopleProtecting the PlanetInnovating for Impact