Kingston Technology Company, Inc., commonly known as Kingston, is a leading provider in the computer and related services industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1987, Kingston has established itself as a pioneer in memory and storage solutions, with a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia.
The company is renowned for its high-performance DRAM modules, solid-state drives (SSDs), and USB flash drives, which are distinguished by their reliability and innovative technology. Kingston's commitment to quality has earned it a prominent market position, making it a trusted choice for consumers and businesses alike.
With numerous industry awards and a reputation for excellence, Kingston continues to drive advancements in memory and storage, catering to a diverse range of applications from gaming to enterprise solutions.
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Industry Intensity
Computer Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Computer Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 11% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Kingston Technology's reported carbon emissions
Kingston Technology, headquartered in the US and operating within the Computer and related services industry, has established climate commitments including a goal to reduce global Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 21% by 2030, with a baseline year of 2022. The company has also committed to achieving Net Zero by 2050.
For the reporting year 2023, Kingston Technology reported total emissions of approximately 94.8 million kg CO2e. This total comprises:
- Scope 1 emissions: approximately 1.7 million kg CO2e.
- Scope 2 emissions (market-based): approximately 15.0 million kg CO2e.
- Scope 3 emissions: approximately 78.1 million kg CO2e, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services (approximately 66.0 million kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (approximately 25.6 million kg CO2e).
In 2022, total emissions were approximately 76.9 million kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of about 1.4 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 14.5 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 61.2 million kg CO2e.
Earlier data from 2021 shows Scope 1 emissions of about 0.4 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (location-based) of approximately 30.1 million kg CO2e. In 2016, total emissions were approximately 34.1 million kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 (about 0.7 million kg CO2e), Scope 2 (about 31.6 million kg CO2e), and Scope 3 (about 3.0 million kg CO2e).
Kingston Technology's climate commitments are cascaded from its parent organisation, Kingston Technology Company, Inc., at cascade level 1, indicating that their reporting and targets are aligned with the corporate family's overall strategy. The company's SBTi commitments are also inherited from Kingston Technology Company, Inc.
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Kingston Technology’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
21% reduction in Scope 2
To reduce global scope 1 & 2 emissions by 21% by 2030
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2023
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