Environmental Sustainability
An inclusive future takes everyone, including future generations, into account.
Investing in our planet takes all of us
At Cisco, we believe in powering an inclusive future for all by bringing communities together and creating meaningful change for everyone, including our planet. By leveraging our innovations to inspire Cisco employees, partners, and customers, we can help create a more sustainable and positive impact across the globe.
Net zero by 2040
We have set a science-based target to reach net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across our value chain by 2040. This means we are committed to deep GHG reductions across our operations, supply chain, and product use.
ESG Reporting Hub and 2022 Cisco Purpose Report
Cisco is putting people, technology, and resources toward Powering an Inclusive Future for All, where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Visit our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Reporting Hub.
Environmental impact
We set clear public goals against which we measure and report our progress. Goals we met in the last fiscal year include:
39%
39% reduction in global Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions in fiscal year 2022 compared to FY19 base year
89%
89 percent of energy came from renewable sources in FY22
Net zero
Goal approved by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi)
How we make an impact
Climate change
We continue to decarbonize our operations, transition to renewable energy, and increase product efficiency.
Circular economy
We are adapting our business models to make better use of our limited natural resources.
Supply chain sustainability
We uphold human rights, promote worker well-being, and reduce environmental impact along the product lifecycle.
Our products and solutions
Cisco customers are asking for our help meeting their sustainability goals, and we are responding.
Driving business value through sustainability technology initiatives
Assess the effectiveness of your sustainability efforts and learn best practices.
IDC Sustainability Maturity White Paper (PDF)
Learn about best practices of sustainability leaders
IDC Global Sustainability Survey Results (PDF)
Key takeaways and essential guidance
Innovation to address environmental challenges
It will take all of us, working together, to power an inclusive and sustainable planet.
Investing in promising solutions to climate change
The Cisco Foundation has committed US$100 million to spark innovation.
Cisco increases focus on reducing use of plastics
Cisco shares its strategy to further reduce our use of virgin plastic.
Blog series: Sustainability 101
Do you feel a bit lost when people refer to certain environmental sustainability topics? Learn more in our new blog series.
