Corning Incorporated, commonly known as Corning, is a leading American technology company headquartered in Corning, New York. Founded in 1851, Corning has established itself as a pioneer in the glass and ceramics industry, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. The company is renowned for its innovative products, including Gorilla Glass, which is widely used in smartphones and tablets, and advanced optical fibre solutions that support global telecommunications.
With a rich history of innovation, Corning has achieved numerous milestones, such as the development of the first commercial optical fibre in the 1970s. Today, Corning holds a strong market position, recognised for its commitment to research and development, and its ability to deliver high-quality, cutting-edge materials and technologies that enhance everyday life.
+30 vs industry average
Corning’s score of 54 is higher than 81% 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
Glass Products is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Glass Products industry's emissions trend from 2019 to 2025
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Corning's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Corning Incorporated reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 3.18 billion kg CO2e, comprising 741,121,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2,441,695,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Notably, Corning has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 30% by 2028, using a 2021 baseline, aligning with a 1.5°C future scenario. Additionally, the company aims to cut its absolute Scope 3 emissions, which include categories such as purchased goods and services, by 17.5% by 2028. Corning's commitment to sustainability is further reinforced by its Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved targets, which encompass significant reductions across all scopes of emissions. The company is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a proactive approach to mitigating climate change impacts.
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Corning’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2028
30% reduction in all scopes
Corning Incorporated committed to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 30% by 2028 from a 2021 base year.
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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