National Instruments Sustainability Profile
National Instruments Corporation, commonly known as NI, is a leading provider of automated test and measurement solutions headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1976, NI has established itself as a key player in the engineering and technology sectors, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. The company specialises in software-defined instrumentation, offering a range of products including LabVIEW, PXI, and CompactRIO. These innovative solutions enable engineers to design, prototype, and deploy complex systems efficiently. NI's commitment to advancing measurement technology has positioned it as a trusted partner for industries such as aerospace, automotive, and telecommunications. With a strong market presence and a reputation for quality, National Instruments continues to drive innovation, helping customers achieve their engineering goals while maintaining a focus on performance and reliability.
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National Instruments's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, National Instruments (NI), headquartered in the US, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 206,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 906,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 15,458,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 186,461,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from purchased goods and services (about 170,601,000 kg CO2e), employee commuting (approximately 3,234,000 kg CO2e), and business travel (around 3,381,000 kg CO2e). Despite the substantial emissions, NI has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Emerson Electric Co., indicating a corporate family relationship that influences its climate commitments. Overall, while NI's emissions figures reflect a significant environmental impact, the absence of defined reduction targets suggests a need for enhanced climate action strategies within the organisation.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,166,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 14,896,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 19,708,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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National Instruments's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
National Instruments's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 790% last year and increased by approximately 846% since 2020, 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 "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 91% of Scope 3 emissions.
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National Instruments's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
National Instruments 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.
