Ibm
International Business Machines Corporation, commonly known as IBM, is a global leader in technology and consulting, headquartered in Armonk, New York. Founded in 1911, IBM has evolved significantly, marking key milestones such as the introduction of the first programmable computer and the development of artificial intelligence with Watson. Operating in over 170 countries, IBM focuses on various sectors, including cloud computing, data analytics, and cybersecurity. Its core offerings, such as IBM Cloud and IBM Watson, are distinguished by their innovative capabilities and integration of advanced technologies like AI and machine learning. With a strong market position, IBM is recognised for its commitment to research and development, holding thousands of patents and consistently ranking among the top companies for innovation. This legacy of excellence continues to shape the future of technology across industries.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Ibm'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Computer Services 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.
Industry Benchmark
Ibm's score of 63 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Ibm's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, IBM reported total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of approximately 364,000 tonnes CO2e. This figure includes 71,000 tonnes from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 150,000 tonnes from Scope 2 emissions, which are indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions, which encompass all other indirect emissions, accounted for about 143,000 tonnes CO2e. IBM has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its operational GHG emissions by 65% by 2025, using 2010 as the base year, adjusted for acquisitions and divestitures. Furthermore, the company is committed to achieving net-zero operational GHG emissions by 2030. These targets encompass all scopes of emissions, reflecting a comprehensive approach to climate action. Over the years, IBM has made significant strides in reducing its emissions. For instance, in 2010, the company reported approximately 1,034,000 tonnes CO2e in Scope 2 emissions alone, highlighting a substantial reduction in emissions intensity over the years. IBM's ongoing efforts and commitments position it as a leader in corporate sustainability within the technology sector.
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Add to project2005 | 2010 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,844,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Ibm is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
