GlobalFoundries Inc., a leading semiconductor foundry, is headquartered in the United States and operates major facilities across Europe and Asia. Founded in 2009, the company has rapidly established itself as a key player in the global semiconductor industry, focusing on advanced manufacturing processes and technology solutions. Specialising in the production of integrated circuits, GlobalFoundries offers a diverse range of services, including design enablement and manufacturing for various applications, from consumer electronics to automotive systems. Its unique capabilities in 12nm and 14nm process technologies set it apart in a competitive market. With a strong commitment to innovation, GlobalFoundries has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with major tech firms and a robust portfolio of patents. The company continues to solidify its market position as a trusted provider of semiconductor solutions, driving advancements in technology worldwide.
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In 2024, Globalfoundries reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,276,921,000 kg CO2e, comprising 989,127,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 644,587,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions, which included 398,621,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services and 18,955,000 kg CO2e from employee commuting, among other categories. Globalfoundries has set ambitious climate commitments under its "Journey to Zero Carbon" initiative, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 25% from 2020 to 2030, despite plans for significant expansion in manufacturing capacity. In April 2025, this target was accelerated to a 42% reduction from 2021 to 2030. The company is currently on track to meet its near-term targets for Scope 2 emissions. The emissions data is sourced directly from Globalfoundries Inc., with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations. The company is committed to aligning its operations with climate science to mitigate long-term climate risks.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 397,834,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 242,307,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 28% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 62% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Globalfoundries has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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