ARM Sustainability Profile
ARM, officially known as ARM Holdings, is a leading player in the semiconductor and software design industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1990, ARM has established itself as a pivotal force in the development of microprocessor technology, particularly in mobile and embedded systems. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, the company has achieved significant milestones, including the widespread adoption of its ARM architecture in smartphones and IoT devices. ARM's core offerings include energy-efficient processors and system-on-chip (SoC) designs, which are renowned for their performance and low power consumption. This unique combination has positioned ARM as a preferred choice for manufacturers seeking to optimise device efficiency. Notably, ARM's technology powers billions of devices globally, solidifying its status as a market leader in the semiconductor sector.
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ARM's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, ARM reported total carbon emissions of approximately 101,723,440 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 841,600 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (location-based) at approximately 15,680,230 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions of about 100,881,810 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions included major contributions from purchased goods and services (approximately 82,066,720 kg CO2e) and business travel (about 9,325,490 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2023, ARM's total emissions were about 58,803,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 855,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 13,941,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were around 57,948,000 kg CO2e, indicating a substantial increase in emissions in 2024. ARM has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as per the latest data, and there are no climate pledges reported. The emissions data is cascaded from ARM Limited, a current subsidiary of Arm Holdings plc, with additional data sourced from S&P Global's CDP and RE100 initiatives, reflecting ARM's commitment to sustainability within its corporate family structure. Overall, ARM's emissions profile highlights the significant impact of Scope 3 emissions, which dominate their total carbon footprint, underscoring the need for comprehensive strategies to address these emissions in future sustainability efforts.
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| 2010 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 419,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 7,360,000 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | - | 00 |
| Scope 3 | 5,878,000 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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ARM's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
ARM's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 74% last year and increased significantly since 2010, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 81% of Scope 3 emissions.
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ARM's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
ARM has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
