Lumentum Inc., a leading provider of optical and photonic products, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 2015, Lumentum emerged from the legacy of JDS Uniphase Corporation, quickly establishing itself in the telecommunications and industrial sectors. The company specialises in advanced laser technology and optical components, offering unique solutions that enhance data transmission and enable innovative applications in 3D sensing and manufacturing. Lumentum's commitment to quality and innovation has positioned it as a key player in the photonics industry, recognised for its cutting-edge products and significant contributions to optical networking. With a strong market presence, Lumentum continues to drive advancements that shape the future of connectivity and sensing technologies.
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Lumentum Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available, as indicated by the absence of reported emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Lumentum Holdings Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. Despite the lack of direct emissions data, Lumentum Inc. is part of a corporate family that engages in various climate initiatives. These initiatives are cascaded from Lumentum Holdings Inc., which participates in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). However, specific reduction targets or achievements have not been disclosed. As a current subsidiary, Lumentum Inc. may align its climate strategies with those of Lumentum Holdings Inc., which is committed to addressing climate change through various sustainability efforts. The absence of specific emissions data and reduction targets suggests that Lumentum Inc. is in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments within the broader corporate framework.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 8,540,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 38,446,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
Lumentum Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased by approximately 708% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 68% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Lumentum Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.