Lam Research
Lam Research Corporation, a leading provider of wafer fabrication equipment and services, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across Asia and Europe. Founded in 1980, the company has established itself as a key player in the semiconductor industry, focusing on critical areas such as plasma etch, deposition, and clean technologies. Lam Research is renowned for its innovative products, including advanced etch and deposition systems that enhance the performance and efficiency of semiconductor manufacturing. The company’s commitment to research and development has positioned it at the forefront of technological advancements, enabling it to meet the evolving needs of its global clientele. With a strong market presence, Lam Research has achieved notable milestones, including significant contributions to the development of next-generation chips. Its reputation for quality and reliability has solidified its status as a trusted partner in the semiconductor supply chain.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Lam Research'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
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Industry Benchmark
Lam Research's score of 44 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Lam Research's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Lam Research reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 254,174,000 kg CO2e, comprising 190,124,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 64,050,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46.2% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, Lam Research plans to increase its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 4% in 2019 to 100% by 2030. Furthermore, Lam Research is committed to ensuring that 69.5% of its suppliers and customers, based on emissions, will have science-based targets by 2025. This includes covering 46.5% of purchased goods and services and 83% of the use of sold products. The company has also set a more aggressive target to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 60.6% by 2030, reflecting its commitment to align with the 1.5°C climate goal. Overall, Lam Research's initiatives demonstrate a strong commitment to reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainability within the semiconductor industry.
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Add to project| 2012 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 33,252,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 52,628,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Lam Research 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.
