Qualcomm
Qualcomm Incorporated, a leading global semiconductor and telecommunications equipment company, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1985, Qualcomm has established itself as a pioneer in wireless technology, particularly in the development of 3G, 4G, and 5G networks. With major operations across North America, Europe, and Asia, the company focuses on mobile communications, automotive technology, and the Internet of Things (IoT). Qualcomm's core products include chipsets, software, and services that power smartphones, tablets, and other connected devices. Its Snapdragon processors are renowned for their performance and efficiency, setting industry standards. As a key player in the mobile industry, Qualcomm holds a significant market position, consistently driving innovation and contributing to advancements in wireless communication. Notable achievements include its pivotal role in the rollout of 5G technology, which has transformed connectivity worldwide.
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Qualcomm's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Qualcomm reported significant greenhouse gas emissions, totalling approximately 5,078,000,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 80,589,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 157,293,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Notably, Scope 3 emissions accounted for the majority, at about 5,000,000,000 kg CO2e, highlighting the extensive impact of their supply chain and product use. Qualcomm has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero global greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2040. This long-term target is complemented by near-term goals to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030, using a 2020 baseline. Additionally, the company aims to cut Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which classifies Qualcomm's goals as consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company is committed to reducing its overall emissions by 90% by 2040 from the 2020 baseline, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action. Qualcomm's headquarters is located in the United States, and its emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, ensuring that these figures reflect its direct operational impact.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 63,301,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 50,591,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Qualcomm is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.
