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Qualcomm

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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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92

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery Manufacturing 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Qualcomm's score of 92 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Qualcomm's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Qualcomm's carbon emissions in the US totalled approximately 62,824,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 13,979,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero global greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2040. This includes a near-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. Qualcomm's long-term goals also include a significant reduction of 90% in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2040, with specific targets for each scope. For Scope 1, the company aims for a 90% reduction by FY2040, while Scope 2 and Scope 3 emissions are also targeted for a 90% reduction by the same year. Additionally, Qualcomm has committed to reducing absolute Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Qualcomm's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact. The company is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a proactive approach to sustainability in the semiconductor industry.

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63,301,000
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Scope 2
50,591,000
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Scope 3
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Qualcomm's primary industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. This request for Qualcomm is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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