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Communication Equipment Manufacturing
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Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., a leading player in the semiconductor and telecommunications industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1985, the company has established itself as a pioneer in mobile technology, particularly in the development of 3G, 4G, and 5G wireless standards. With a strong presence in regions such as Asia and Europe, Qualcomm focuses on areas including mobile communications, automotive technology, and the Internet of Things (IoT). The company is renowned for its Snapdragon processors, which power a vast array of smartphones and devices, offering unique features such as advanced AI capabilities and energy efficiency. Qualcomm's commitment to innovation has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements including its extensive patent portfolio and collaborations with major tech firms. As a driving force in the evolution of wireless technology, Qualcomm continues to shape the future of connectivity.

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87

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Communication Equipment 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.

32

Industry Benchmark

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.'s score of 87 is higher than 93% 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 Technologies, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from QUALCOMM Incorporated

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. As a current subsidiary of QUALCOMM Incorporated, any emissions data or climate commitments would be inherited from its parent company. While Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. has not disclosed specific reduction targets or achievements, it is aligned with the broader climate initiatives of QUALCOMM Incorporated. This includes participation in various sustainability frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), which aim to drive significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions across their operations. As part of its commitment to sustainability, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is expected to adhere to the climate pledges and initiatives set forth by QUALCOMM Incorporated, which may include ambitious targets for reducing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. However, specific details regarding these targets or the extent of emissions reductions have not been provided. In summary, while Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. does not currently report specific emissions data or reduction targets, it is part of a corporate family that is actively engaged in climate commitments and sustainability initiatives.

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How Carbon Intensive is Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.'s primary industry is Communication Equipment Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.'s Location?

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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 Technologies, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 22% last year and increased significantly since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 71% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
71%
Use of Sold Products
24%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
Business Travel
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Capital Goods
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.'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.

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. 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.

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