Corning
Corning Incorporated, commonly known as Corning, is a leading American technology company headquartered in Corning, New York. Founded in 1851, Corning has established itself as a pioneer in the glass and ceramics industry, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. The company is renowned for its innovative products, including Gorilla Glass, which is widely used in smartphones and tablets, and advanced optical fibre solutions that support global telecommunications. With a rich history of innovation, Corning has achieved numerous milestones, such as the development of the first commercial optical fibre in the 1970s. Today, Corning holds a strong market position, recognised for its commitment to research and development, and its ability to deliver high-quality, cutting-edge materials and technologies that enhance everyday life.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Corning's score of 59 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Corning's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Corning Incorporated reported total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of approximately 3,821,323,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 727,468,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 3,103,859,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 30% by 2028, using 2021 as the base year. Additionally, Corning plans to cut its absolute Scope 3 emissions, which include categories such as purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation, by 17.5% within the same timeframe. Corning's emissions data shows a consistent focus on reducing its carbon footprint, with previous years' emissions also reflecting significant figures: in 2021, total emissions were approximately 3,317,212,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 821,477,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 2,496,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company has disclosed emissions across Scopes 1, 2, and 3, demonstrating transparency in its sustainability efforts. These targets align with industry standards for climate action, reflecting Corning's commitment to addressing climate change and contributing to global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,400,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 260,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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Corning is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
