Micron
Micron Technology, Inc., commonly referred to as Micron, is a leading American semiconductor manufacturer headquartered in Boise, Idaho. Founded in 1978, the company has established itself as a key player in the global memory and storage solutions industry, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Micron specialises in DRAM, NAND flash memory, and storage solutions, catering to a diverse range of sectors including computing, mobile, automotive, and data centre markets. Renowned for its innovative technologies, Micron's products are distinguished by their performance, reliability, and efficiency, making them essential for modern computing needs. With a strong market position, Micron has achieved numerous milestones, including advancements in 3D NAND technology and a commitment to sustainability in semiconductor manufacturing. The company continues to drive growth and innovation, solidifying its reputation as a trusted leader in the memory and storage industry.
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Micron's score of 49 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Micron's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Micron Technology, headquartered in the US, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,836,634,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 2,698,572,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 4,138,062,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2050. Additionally, Micron targets a 42% absolute reduction in Scope 1 emissions by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. In 2022, Micron's total emissions were approximately 7,610,655,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 3,478,449,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 4,132,206,000 kg CO2e. The company has disclosed emissions data across Scopes 1, 2, and 3, with significant contributions from upstream activities, including purchased goods and services. Micron's commitment to sustainability reflects its proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint and addressing climate change, aligning with industry standards and expectations for corporate responsibility.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,945,735,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,177,990,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Micron is not committed to any 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.
