Climate Change Data

Amphenol Corporation

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2019, 2020, 2021, 2023)

Reporting Period: 2019

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:311,480 tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2)
Scope 1 Emissions:39,854 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:271,626 tCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:5% of total energy use
Total Energy Consumption:689,193 MWh/year
Water Consumption:3,163 megaliters/year
Waste Generated:32,200 metric tons/year
Carbon Intensity:37.9 metric tons CO2e/$M Revenue

ESG Focus Areas

  • Climate Change
  • Water Stewardship
  • Waste Reduction
  • Employee Health and Safety
  • Human Rights
  • Supplier Ethics
  • Sustainable Supply Chain

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced total Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions to 311,480 metric tons of CO2 equivalent in 2019, a 4% decrease from 2018.
  • Increased renewable electricity portion of total energy purchased to 5% from 1% in 2018.
  • Reduced normalized water withdrawal by 16% over two years (from 0.45 in 2017 to 0.38 in 2019).
  • Approximately 58% of total waste was recycled or used for energy generation in 2019.

Social Achievements

  • Established formal safety committees at 88% of in-scope manufacturing facilities.
  • Expanded employee well-being programs to include in-house health care clinics, mental health support, and other initiatives.
  • Increased employee training hours from 1.22 million in 2018 to 1.29 million in 2019.
  • Published a new Supplier Responsible Labor Policy.

Governance Achievements

  • Ratified a global human rights policy.
  • Increased engagement with suppliers around a new Supplier Code of Conduct.
  • Implemented a comprehensive conflict minerals program.

Climate Goals & Targets

Short-term Goals:
  • By 2021: 100% of Amphenol’s global manufacturing facilities will be evaluated for water stress.
  • By 2021: Engage 100% of its Tier 1 Direct suppliers on its Supplier Code of Conduct and Supplier Responsible Labor Policy.
  • By 2022: Increase facilities sourcing renewable energy as part of their energy mix.
  • By 2022: Identify facilities at high risk for potential disaster incidence and strengthen current disaster response plans.
  • By 2022: Reduce revenue-normalized Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 10% versus 2018 levels.
  • By 2022: Complete assessment of operations and Tier 1 Direct suppliers for forced or compulsory labor and take action to rectify.
  • By 2022: Increase the amount of metal-bearing plating sludge recycled by 15% globally.
  • By 2022: Expand internship programs in communities where products are produced.

Environmental Challenges

  • Need to enhance the sustainability of the supply chain.
  • Potential risks of forced labor and human trafficking in the supply chain.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Analysis of the social impact of the supply chain.
  • Additional supplier engagement on responsible labor and human rights.
  • Supply chain mapping exercise to identify potential risks.
  • Training campaign for at-risk Tier 1 Direct suppliers on preventing and mitigating forced labor and human trafficking.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Supplier Code of Conduct (SCOC) built upon Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) ethical standards.
  • Supplier Responsible Labor Policy.
  • Conflict Minerals Program.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards, SASB Electronic and Electrical Equipment Standard

Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 45001 (formerly OHSAS 18001), ISO 9000 series

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
  • SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
  • SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
  • SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
  • SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
  • SDG 13: Climate Action
  • SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
  • SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production

Amphenol's sustainability goals are aligned with the UN SDGs to drive progress on material sustainability issues and contribute to global sustainability challenges.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Pressure and gas sensors for ventilators
  • Temperature sensing technologies for non-contact thermometers
  • Interconnect systems for ultraviolet disinfection markets
  • High-efficiency power interconnects for electric vehicles.

Reporting Period: 2020

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:337,758 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:31,283 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:306,475 tCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:19%
Total Energy Consumption:739,497 MWh/year
Water Consumption:3,293 megaliters/year
Waste Generated:34,184 metric tons/year
Carbon Intensity:39.3 metric tons CO2e/$M revenue

ESG Focus Areas

  • Climate Action
  • Water Stewardship
  • Disaster Risk Reduction
  • Responsible Labor Practices
  • Sustainable Manufacturing
  • Decarbonization
  • Supply Chain Responsibility
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Corporate Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Completed a comprehensive analysis of global manufacturing facilities' water risks using the WWF Water Risk Filter tool.
  • Increased the percentage of purchased electricity from renewable sources to 19%.

Social Achievements

  • Engaged 100% of Tier 1 Direct suppliers on the Supplier Code of Conduct and Supplier Responsible Labor Policy.
  • Bolstered community initiatives to address the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Implemented a new materials recovery strategy at the Tianjin, China facility to reduce hazardous waste.

Governance Achievements

  • Appointed Rita S. Lane to the Board of Directors.
  • Enhanced responsible minerals program by increasing outreach to include responsible sourcing of cobalt.

Climate Goals & Targets

Short-term Goals:
  • Increase sourcing of renewable energy for electric power by 2022.
  • Identify facilities at high risk for potential disaster and strengthen response plans by 2022.
  • Reduce revenue-normalized Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 10% versus 2018 levels by 2022.
  • Increase the amount of metal-bearing plating sludge recycled by 15% globally by 2022.
  • Expand internship programs in communities where products are produced by 2022.
  • Complete assessment of operations and Tier 1 suppliers for forced labor and take action by 2022.

Environmental Challenges

  • COVID-19 pandemic impacted typical operating conditions and data collection.
  • Scope 3 GHG emissions represent approximately 95% of total GHG emissions.
  • Need to further reduce GHG emissions and increase renewable energy sourcing.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Implemented safety measures in facilities to protect employees during the pandemic.
  • Began evaluating Scope 3 GHG emissions and developing a decarbonization strategy.
  • Working towards 2022 goal of reducing revenue-normalized Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 10% versus 2018 levels.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: 100% of Tier 1 Direct suppliers engaged on Supplier Code of Conduct and Responsible Labor Policy in 2021

Responsible Procurement
  • Supplier Code of Conduct
  • Supplier Responsible Labor Policy
  • Code of Business Conduct and Ethics
  • Anti-Human Trafficking & Slavery Statement
  • Global Human Rights Policy
  • Conflict Minerals Report
  • Responsible Minerals Policy

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards, SASB Electronic and Electrical Equipment Standard

Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 45001

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
  • SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
  • SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
  • SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
  • SDG 13: Climate Action
  • SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
  • SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production

Amphenol's sustainability goals are aligned with these SDGs.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • High-efficiency, high-voltage power interconnect solutions for EVs
  • Sensors for ventilators, broadband connectivity, and vaccine development

Awards & Recognition

  • Bronze-Level Veteran Friendly employer (Amphenol Borisch – Grand Rapids, Michigan)

Reporting Period: 2021

Environmental Metrics

Scope 1 Emissions:38,057 metric tons CO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:364,338 metric tons CO2e (market-based)
Scope 3 Emissions:410,590 metric tons CO2e (partial)
Renewable Energy Share:14% of purchased electricity
Total Energy Consumption:868,973 MWh
Water Consumption:3,644 megaliters
Waste Generated:43,032 metric tons
Carbon Intensity:37.0 metric tons CO2e/$M revenue (2021)

ESG Focus Areas

  • Energy Use in Manufacturing Facilities
  • Operational Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reductions
  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  • Human Rights Management
  • Leadership/Executive ESG Oversight and Awareness
  • Supply Chain Responsibility

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced energy intensity by 7% in 2021 despite increased production and addition of 35 facilities; 12% reduction since 2017.
  • Reduced water withdrawal intensity by 13% in 2021 versus the prior year; 26% reduction since 2017.
  • Increased the percentage of waste reused, recycled, or recovered to 65% in 2021 from 57% in 2020.
  • Increased the amount of hazardous waste diverted from disposal to 67% in 2021 from 49% in 2020.

Social Achievements

  • Adopted a wide array of protective measures in facilities, enabled remote work, and promoted COVID-19 testing and vaccines.
  • Established Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), Environmental, and Health and Safety policies.
  • Disclosed U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO-1) filing data on gender and ethnic diversity.
  • Expanded internship programs in communities where products are produced.

Governance Achievements

  • Appointed Nancy Altobello to the Board of Directors.
  • Amended annual incentive bonus plan to include sustainability and risk management performance.

Climate Goals & Targets

Short-term Goals:
  • Increase sourcing of renewable energy for electric power by end of 2022.
  • Reduce revenue-normalized Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 10% versus 2018 levels by end of 2022.
  • Set specific targets for 15 highest process water intensive facilities by end of 2022.
  • Identify high-risk facilities for potential disasters and strengthen response plans by end of 2022.

Environmental Challenges

  • Increased absolute energy consumption due to higher customer demand and facility expansion.
  • Understanding and estimating Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions.
  • Ensuring ethical and responsible supply chain practices.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Implementing lean production processes and investing in energy-saving equipment.
  • Conducting analyses to better understand Scope 3 emissions and devising a business strategy to address climate risks and opportunities.
  • Expanding Responsible Minerals Program to include cobalt and initiating assessment of mica; updating Supplier Code of Conduct and Supplier Responsible Labor Policy.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Annual surveys of Tier 1 Direct suppliers

Responsible Procurement
  • Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, Anti-Human Trafficking & Slavery Statement, Supplier Code of Conduct, Supplier Responsible Labor Policy; Conflict Minerals program.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Damage to facilities, equipment, and assets; increased expenses; hampered ability to deliver for customers; affected production capacity.
Transition Risks
  • Increased operating costs from compliance with policy-driven responses to climate change.
Opportunities
  • Growth opportunities in electric vehicles, clean energy solutions, and other sustainable technologies; investment in energy-efficient buildings and equipment; use of lower-emission or renewable energy sources.

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards, SASB Electronic and Electrical Equipment Standard, TCFD

Certifications: ISO 14001 (112 facilities), ISO 45001 (28 facilities)

Third-party Assurance: No external assurance

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • SDG 6.4 (Clean Water and Sanitation)
  • SDG 7.2 (Affordable and Clean Energy)
  • SDG 8.7 (Decent Work and Economic Growth)
  • SDG 9.2 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure)
  • SDG 11.5 (Sustainable Cities and Communities)
  • SDG 12.2 (Responsible Consumption and Production)
  • SDG 13.1 (Climate Action)
  • SDG 16.2 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions)

Corporate sustainability targets are based on the UN SDGs.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Integra upgradeable antenna, reducing waste in mobile network infrastructure.

Reporting Period: 2023

Environmental Metrics

Scope 1 Emissions:41,395 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:364,258 tCO2e/year (location-based), 347,761 tCO2e/year (market-based)
Scope 3 Emissions:3,204,553 tCO2e/year (estimated)
Renewable Energy Share:19%
Total Energy Consumption:929,769 MWh/year
Water Consumption:3,561 megaliters/year
Waste Generated:52,190 tons/year

ESG Focus Areas

  • Climate Change
  • Energy
  • Waste
  • Water
  • Materials
  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  • Human Rights Management
  • Leadership/Executive ESG Oversight and Awareness
  • Supply Chain Responsibility

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced energy intensity by 2% from 2022 to 74.1 MWh/$M revenue
  • Reduced absolute water withdrawal by 5% despite adding 21 new facilities
  • Increased the percentage of waste reused, recycled, or recovered to 71%
  • Reduced Scope 1 GHG emissions by 10% compared to 2022

Social Achievements

  • Enhanced ESG elements in existing supplier auditing programs and conducted audits for suppliers in the highest ESG risk category
  • Delivered enhanced training on health and safety requirements to all Amphenol businesses worldwide
  • Implemented a “no fees” recruitment program

Governance Achievements

  • Amended annual incentive bonus plan to add sustainability and risk management performance as discretionary factors
  • Adopted a Policy for Recovery of Erroneously Awarded Compensation (Clawback Policy)
  • Developed new grievance mechanisms including an externally managed hotline and improved whistleblower function

Climate Goals & Targets

Medium-term Goals:
  • Increase use of renewable energy to 50% by 2030
Short-term Goals:
  • Reduce total water withdrawal of top 20 facilities by 15% versus 2021 levels by 2030
  • Provide that business continuity plans address physical risks per TCFD for top 20 facilities by 2025
  • Conduct detailed analysis of cardboard and plastic packaging use by 2025
  • Reduce revenue-normalized Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 15% compared to 2021 levels by 2025

Environmental Challenges

  • Increased Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions due to the addition of new manufacturing facilities
  • Slight decline in renewable energy share from 22% in 2022 to 19% in 2023 due to new facilities
  • Increased hazardous waste by 6% in 2023 versus 2022 levels due to increased number of facilities
  • Quantifying Scope 3 GHG emissions
Mitigation Strategies
  • Application of lean production processes, on-site solar panels, and investments in energy-saving equipment
  • Increased use of renewable energy sources, including EACs and on-site solar installations
  • Partnership with Enel-X for renewable energy opportunities
  • Reevaluated GHG scoping boundaries to improve accuracy and transparency
  • Initiatives to optimize water use and reuse, such as NEWater project in Singapore
  • Packaging reuse initiatives at several facilities
  • Ongoing efforts to reduce waste production and improve recycling rates

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Annual surveys of Tier 1 suppliers

Responsible Procurement
  • Code of Business Conduct and Ethics
  • Supplier Code of Conduct
  • Supplier Responsible Labor Policy
  • Responsible Minerals Policy

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Flooding
  • Extreme heat
  • Water quality
  • Tropical cyclones
  • Water scarcity
Transition Risks
  • Increased operating costs from compliance with climate policies
  • Decreased availability and increased cost of raw materials
Opportunities
  • Growth opportunities from enabling a lower-carbon economy
  • Investing in energy-efficient buildings and equipment
  • Using lower-emission or renewable energy sources

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards, SASB Electrical & Electronic Equipment Standard, TCFD

Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 45001

Third-party Assurance: Bureau Veritas (limited assurance on 2022 energy consumption and Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions)

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • SDG 6.4
  • SDG 7.2
  • SDG 11.5
  • SDG 8.7
  • SDG 12.2
  • SDG 12.4
  • SDG 13.1
  • SDG 16.2

Goals are described in the report and aligned with Amphenol's sustainability initiatives.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Products for solar panels, electric vehicles, clean energy solutions

Awards & Recognition

  • Jiaxing Green Factory 2023 (Shanghai Amphenol Airwave)