Broadcom Inc., a leading global technology company headquartered in the United States, is renowned for its extensive portfolio in the semiconductor and infrastructure software sectors. Founded in 1961, Broadcom has achieved significant milestones, including its strategic acquisitions that have bolstered its market position across various industries. With major operational regions spanning North America, Europe, and Asia, Broadcom excels in delivering innovative solutions in networking, broadband, enterprise storage, and wireless communications. Its core products, such as advanced semiconductor devices and software solutions, are distinguished by their performance and reliability, catering to a diverse clientele from telecommunications to data centres. As a key player in the technology landscape, Broadcom consistently ranks among the top semiconductor companies globally, recognised for its commitment to quality and innovation.
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In 2024, Broadcom reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,410,880,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 53,649,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 166,752,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2, market-based), and 2,410,880,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The company has set an ambitious target to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 38% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. This commitment reflects Broadcom's recognition of its role in addressing climate change and aligns with industry standards for emissions reduction. In 2023, Broadcom's emissions were reported at approximately 1,847,962,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 58,764,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 140,005,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company is on track to meet its reduction goals, demonstrating a proactive approach to sustainability. Broadcom's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the figures are independently reported. The company is committed to transparency and accountability in its climate initiatives, as evidenced by its detailed reporting on emissions and reduction targets.
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| 2011 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,499,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 42,680,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,809,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Broadcom's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 30% last year and increased significantly since 2011, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 90% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Broadcom has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
