Micron
Micron Technology, Inc., commonly referred to as Micron, is a leading American semiconductor manufacturer headquartered in Boise, Idaho. Founded in 1978, the company has established itself as a key player in the global memory and storage solutions industry, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Micron specialises in DRAM, NAND flash memory, and storage solutions, catering to a diverse range of sectors including computing, mobile, automotive, and data centre markets. Renowned for its innovative technologies, Micron's products are distinguished by their performance, reliability, and efficiency, making them essential for modern computing needs. With a strong market position, Micron has achieved numerous milestones, including advancements in 3D NAND technology and a commitment to sustainability in semiconductor manufacturing. The company continues to drive growth and innovation, solidifying its reputation as a trusted leader in the memory and storage industry.
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Micron's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Micron Technology, headquartered in the US, reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 7,610,655,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes about 3,478,449,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and approximately 4,132,206,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions, which cover all other indirect emissions, amounted to about 3,000,000,000 kg CO2e. Micron has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 42% absolute reduction in Scope 1 emissions by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline. Furthermore, the company is committed to achieving net zero emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2050, aligning with the objectives of the Paris Agreement. These initiatives reflect Micron's dedication to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the semiconductor industry.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,945,735,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,177,990,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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Micron is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
