KLA Corporation, commonly referred to as KLA, is a leading provider of process control and yield management solutions for the semiconductor and related industries. Headquartered in the United States, KLA operates globally, with significant presence in key markets across Asia and Europe. Founded in 1975, the company has achieved numerous milestones, including pioneering advancements in semiconductor manufacturing technology.
KLA's core offerings include advanced inspection and metrology systems, which are essential for ensuring the quality and performance of semiconductor devices. What sets KLA apart is its commitment to innovation, enabling customers to enhance productivity and reduce costs. With a strong market position, KLA is recognised for its contributions to the semiconductor ecosystem, consistently delivering cutting-edge solutions that drive industry standards.
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Kla’s score of 58 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Electrical Machinery Manufacturing has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Electrical Machinery Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Kla's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, KLA Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3.4 billion kg CO2e, comprising 6,523,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 35,419,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 3,440,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects a comprehensive assessment of their greenhouse gas emissions across all relevant scopes. KLA has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2021 baseline. Additionally, they are targeting a 52% reduction in Scope 3 emissions associated with the use of sold products per billion transistors inspected, measured, or processed within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. The company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions for Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2050, further demonstrating its dedication to sustainability and climate action. KLA's emissions data and reduction targets are not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that they are independently reported and verified.
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Kla’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
7 goals2050
Meeting the renewable energy goal has put the trajectory of…
Meeting the renewable energy goal has put the trajectory of Scope 1 and 2 emissions on the pathway to below 50% of base year emissions in 20…
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: 2024
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