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Communication Equipment Manufacturing
CA
updated 2 months ago

Gennum Corporation Sustainability Profile

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Gennum Corporation, a leading innovator in the semiconductor industry, is headquartered in California, with significant operations across North America and Europe. Founded in 1983, Gennum has established itself as a key player in the design and development of high-performance integrated circuits and advanced signal processing solutions. The company’s core offerings include high-speed data converters, video processing chips, and audio solutions, all distinguished by their exceptional quality and reliability. Gennum's commitment to innovation has led to numerous industry accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for clients in telecommunications, consumer electronics, and professional audio-visual markets. With a focus on cutting-edge technology and customer-centric solutions, Gennum Corporation continues to drive advancements in the semiconductor landscape.

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How does Gennum Corporation's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

56

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.

30

Industry Benchmark

Gennum Corporation's score of 56 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Gennum Corporation's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Semtech Corporation

Gennum Corporation, headquartered in CA, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as no emissions figures are available. However, the company is part of a corporate family relationship with Semtech Corporation, from which it inherits climate commitments and initiatives. As a merged entity, Gennum Corporation aligns its climate strategies with those of Semtech Corporation, which has established various sustainability initiatives. These include commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). While specific reduction targets for Gennum are not detailed, the overarching goals from Semtech Corporation indicate a commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions across its operations. Gennum's climate strategy is informed by Semtech's initiatives, which aim to enhance sustainability and reduce carbon footprints. The company is expected to adopt similar practices and targets as part of its integration into the Semtech framework, although specific metrics and targets for Gennum have not been disclosed. In summary, while Gennum Corporation does not currently report its own emissions data, it is positioned within a corporate structure that prioritises climate action and sustainability through inherited commitments from Semtech Corporation.

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Scope 1
50,000
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000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
881,000
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000,000
000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
3,955,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Gennum Corporation's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Gennum Corporation's primary industry is Radio, television and communication equipment and apparatus (32), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Gennum 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 Gennum Corporation is in CA, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Gennum Corporation's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Gennum Corporation's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 91% last year and decreased by approximately 83% since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 7% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Employee Commuting" being the largest emissions source at 73% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Employee Commuting
73%
Business Travel
27%

Gennum 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.

Gennum 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
Reduction Actions

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