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Cohu

Cohu, Inc., a leading provider of semiconductor test and inspection solutions, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across Asia and Europe. Founded in 1957, Cohu has established itself as a key player in the semiconductor industry, focusing on advanced test handling, thermal management, and inspection systems. The company’s core products include automated test equipment and high-performance thermal solutions, which are distinguished by their reliability and efficiency. Cohu's commitment to innovation has led to notable achievements, including a strong market position in the automotive and consumer electronics sectors. With a rich history of technological advancements, Cohu continues to drive excellence in semiconductor testing, ensuring high-quality performance for its global clientele.

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47

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

23

Industry Benchmark

Cohu's score of 47 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Cohu's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Cohu, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,865,000 kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. In 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 10,760,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,076,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 9,700,000 kg CO2e (location-based). In the United States, Cohu's emissions for 2022 included approximately 471,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 3,938,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Cohu has committed to near-term reduction targets, although specific numerical targets have not been disclosed. The company is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint within the semiconductor and semiconductor equipment sector. While Cohu has not yet committed to a net-zero target, it has established long-term reduction goals, indicating a proactive approach to climate commitments. Overall, Cohu's emissions data reflects its ongoing efforts to address climate change, with a focus on transparency and accountability in its sustainability practices.

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Scope 1
450,999
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Scope 2
7,994,000
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0,000,000
Scope 3
-
00,000,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Cohu's primary industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Cohu is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Cohu is participating in some 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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