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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Corning's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Corning Incorporated reported total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of approximately 3,800,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 662,190,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 3,152,640,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 30% by 2028, using a 2021 baseline. This commitment aligns with a 1.5°C future scenario, demonstrating Corning's dedication to climate action. For Scope 3 emissions, which include categories such as purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation, Corning aims for a reduction of 17.5% by 2028, also from a 2021 baseline. These targets are part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved goals, reinforcing the company's commitment to sustainable practices. Corning's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the reported figures and commitments are independently sourced from Corning Incorporated itself. The company continues to focus on transparency and accountability in its sustainability efforts, contributing to a more sustainable future.
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| 2005 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 289,236,000 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 722,884,000 | - | - | - | 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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