Broadcom Inc., commonly referred to as Broadcom, is a leading global player in the semiconductor industry, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1991, the company has grown significantly through strategic acquisitions and innovation, establishing a strong presence across North America, Asia, and Europe.
Specialising in designing and developing a wide range of semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions, Broadcom’s core products include chips for networking, broadband, enterprise storage, and wireless communications. Its unique integration of hardware and software capabilities has positioned it as a key provider for technology infrastructure worldwide.
Recognised for its market leadership and technological advancements, Broadcom continues to drive innovation in the semiconductor sector, maintaining a prominent role in powering modern digital ecosystems.
+42 vs industry average
Broadcom’s score of 59 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
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Industry performance
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Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Broadcom's reported carbon emissions
Broadcom, a US-based semiconductor company, reported approximately 241 million kg CO2e of Scope 3 emissions in 2024, with purchased goods and services accounting for the largest portion at about 2.19 billion kg CO2e. In the same year, their market-based Scope 2 emissions were approximately 167 million kg CO2e and Scope 1 emissions were about 54 million kg CO2e.
In 2023, Broadcom's Scope 3 emissions were approximately 1.85 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 59 million kg CO2e and market-based Scope 2 emissions were around 140 million kg CO2e.
For Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, Broadcom has committed to a 38% reduction by 2030 from a 2021 baseline. The company states it is on track to meet this goal. As of 2024, their Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were approximately 220 million kg CO2e for 2024 and 245 million kg CO2e for 2022.
In 2021, Broadcom reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 128 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based emissions of about 174 million kg CO2e. Their total emissions for 2011 were approximately 51 million kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3. Prior to 2019, detailed emissions data is not available, although some Scope 1 facility-level data exists. Broadcom has a commitment to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 38% by 2030 from its fiscal 2021 baseline.
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Broadcom’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
38% reduction in Scope 1
In 2021, we committed to reduce our Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 38% by 2030 from our 2021 baseline and are on track to meet this go…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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