Micro Star, also known as MSI, is a leading player in the technology industry, headquartered in Taiwan (TW). Founded in 1986, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Specialising in high-performance computing, gaming hardware, and innovative consumer electronics, Micro Star is renowned for its cutting-edge graphics cards, motherboards, and laptops. With a commitment to quality and performance, Micro Star has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for its products. The company is recognised for its unique designs and advanced technology, positioning it as a trusted brand among gamers and tech enthusiasts alike. As a pioneer in the gaming sector, Micro Star continues to push the boundaries of innovation, solidifying its market position as a top choice for high-performance computing solutions.
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In 2023, Micro-Star International Co., Ltd. (MSI), headquartered in Taiwan (TW), reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 4,231,100,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes about 1,533,000,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 40,778,000,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has committed to ambitious climate targets, aiming for an 80% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, based on 2022 levels. This commitment was formalised in August 2023 as part of their science-based carbon reduction strategy. In the previous year, 2022, MSI's emissions were approximately 46,724,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,097,000,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 45,627,000,000,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a substantial increase in emissions from 2022 to 2023. MSI has also committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with global climate initiatives. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, focusing primarily on direct and indirect emissions from their operations. All emissions data is sourced directly from Micro-Star International Co., Ltd., with no cascaded data from parent or related organisations.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,815,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000,000 | 
| Scope 2 | 57,277,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000,000.00 | 00,000,000,000,000 | 
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 
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.
Micro Star has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
