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National Instruments

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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does National Instruments'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.

22

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

22

Industry Benchmark

National Instruments's score of 22 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

72%

National Instruments's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, National Instruments reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 186,461,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 906,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 15,458,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 170,097,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, such as those aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. National Instruments operates with a focus on sustainability, yet the absence of defined reduction targets highlights a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. The company’s emissions intensity, measured as greenhouse gas emissions per unit of revenue, reflects their operational impact and underscores the importance of developing comprehensive strategies to mitigate their carbon footprint. As a leading entity in the technology sector, National Instruments is positioned to enhance its climate strategy, aligning with industry standards and expectations for corporate responsibility in addressing climate change.

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2019202020212022
Scope 1
1,226,000
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Scope 2
16,034,000
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Scope 3
42,633,460
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000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. National Instruments's primary industry is Other services (93), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. National Instruments is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

National Instruments 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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