Foxconn Technology Group, also known as Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd., is a leading multinational electronics manufacturer headquartered in Taiwan (TW). Founded in 1974, Foxconn has established itself as a pivotal player in the global technology supply chain, with major operational regions spanning China, the United States, and several countries across Europe and Asia. Specialising in the design and manufacturing of electronic products, Foxconn is renowned for its assembly of devices for prominent brands, including Apple, Sony, and Microsoft. The company’s unique capabilities in high-volume production and advanced manufacturing technologies have positioned it as a key partner in the electronics industry. With a strong market presence, Foxconn continues to achieve significant milestones, solidifying its reputation as a leader in innovation and efficiency within the sector.
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In 2023, Foxconn, headquartered in Taiwan (TW), reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,679,235,180 kg CO2e, comprising 258,108,180 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2,421,127,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, using 2020 as the baseline year. Foxconn has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030 from 2020 levels. This commitment extends to Scope 3 emissions, with a similar reduction target of 42% within the same timeframe. Furthermore, the company aims for a significant long-term reduction of 90% in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2050. In previous years, Foxconn's emissions were substantial, with 2022 figures showing approximately 27,175,367,830 kg CO2e across all scopes, including 222,295,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 5,535,324,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company is actively working towards these targets, reflecting a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action in the technology hardware sector.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 117,384,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 8,335,373,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 102,140,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - |
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