IBM, or International Business Machines Corporation, is a leading technology and consulting company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1911, IBM has evolved significantly, marking key milestones such as the development of the first mainframe computer and pioneering advancements in artificial intelligence with Watson. Operating globally, IBM focuses on various sectors, including cloud computing, data analytics, and cybersecurity, with a strong emphasis on hybrid cloud solutions through its acquisition of Red Hat. The company is renowned for its innovative products and services, which are designed to enhance business efficiency and drive digital transformation. With a robust market position, IBM consistently ranks among the top technology firms, recognised for its commitment to research and development, holding numerous patents and accolades in the industry.
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Ibm's score of 72 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, IBM reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 235,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 71,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 150,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 14,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 65% reduction in operational greenhouse gas emissions by 2025, using 2010 as the base year. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions and is adjusted for acquisitions and divestitures. Furthermore, IBM is committed to achieving net-zero operational greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. This goal includes maintaining residual emissions of no more than 350,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. The company plans to prioritise energy conservation and the use of renewable electricity to meet these targets. IBM's emissions data shows a significant focus on reducing its carbon footprint, with a clear trajectory towards sustainability and climate responsibility.
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2010 | 2014 | 2015 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 141,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,034,000,000 | 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 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 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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Ibm is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.