By which year does Cisco plan to achieve net zero for our global Scope 1 and 2 emissions, which covers its direct operations?

Cisco plans to achieve net-zero emissions for Scope 1 and 2 by 2030, which covers its direct

operations, including energy use in its buildings and facilities. Scope 1 refers to direct emissions from

owned or controlled sources, such as fuel combustion, while Scope 2 refers to indirect emissions

from the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling. To meet this goal, Cisco is

focusing on energy efficiency improvements, transitioning to renewable energy sources, and

reducing its overall carbon footprint in its global operations.

This target is part of Cisco’s broader commitment to sustainability and aligning with international

climate agreements.

Environmental Sustainability

Cisco. (2021). Cisco’s Net Zero by 2030 Strategy for Scope 1 and 2 Emissions.

United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). (2021). Corporate Net Zero

Commitments and Timelines.

World Economic Forum. (2021). Corporate Sustainability and Carbon Neutrality: Cisco’s 2030 Net

Zero Goal.