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Communication Equipment Manufacturing
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Exar Corporation Sustainability Profile

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Exar Corporation, a leading provider of innovative semiconductor solutions, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1971, the company has established a strong presence in the global market, particularly in North America and Asia. Exar operates primarily within the semiconductor industry, focusing on high-performance analog and mixed-signal products. The company’s core offerings include power management solutions, data converters, and interface products, all designed to meet the evolving needs of various applications, including industrial, automotive, and communications. Exar's commitment to quality and innovation has positioned it as a trusted partner for customers seeking reliable and efficient semiconductor solutions. With a history marked by significant technological advancements, Exar Corporation continues to drive progress in the industry, solidifying its reputation as a key player in the semiconductor landscape.

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39

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Communication Equipment 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.

32

Industry Benchmark

Exar Corporation's score of 39 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

61%

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Exar Corporation's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from MaxLinear, Inc.

Exar Corporation, headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of MaxLinear, Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. As of now, Exar Corporation has not established any documented reduction targets or climate pledges. This lack of specific initiatives suggests that the company may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. Given the context of the semiconductor industry, where many companies are increasingly focusing on sustainability and emissions reduction, Exar Corporation may need to align its practices with industry standards to enhance its environmental performance. For further insights into their climate commitments, stakeholders may need to monitor future disclosures or initiatives from MaxLinear, Inc., which could provide a clearer picture of Exar's environmental impact and goals.

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202120222023
Scope 1
324,000
00,000
00,000
Scope 2
4,321,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
244,189,000
000,000,000
00,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Exar Corporation's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Exar Corporation's primary industry is Communication Equipment Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Exar Corporation's Location?

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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 Exar Corporation is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Exar Corporation's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Exar Corporation's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 85% last year and decreased by approximately 82% since 2021, 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 95% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
95%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
3%
Business Travel
2%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%

Exar Corporation'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.

Exar Corporation 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.

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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