Renesas Electronics
Renesas Electronics Corporation, commonly referred to as Renesas, is a leading global semiconductor manufacturer headquartered in Japan. Established in 2002, the company has rapidly evolved, focusing on microcontrollers, analog, power, and SoC (System on Chip) solutions, catering to diverse industries such as automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics. With a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and North America, Renesas is renowned for its innovative products, including advanced microcontrollers and integrated circuits that enhance connectivity and efficiency. The company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have bolstered its market position. Recognised for its commitment to quality and performance, Renesas continues to drive technological advancements, making it a key player in the semiconductor industry.
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Renesas Electronics's score of 48 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Renesas Electronics's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Renesas Electronics reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,498,320,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 156,403,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 647,660,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 1,694,257,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from purchased goods and services (approximately 1,428,994,000 kg CO2e) and capital goods (about 138,738,000 kg CO2e). Renesas has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 38% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company plans for 70% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services, to establish their own reduction targets by 2026. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support efforts to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, Renesas Electronics is actively working towards significant emissions reductions while engaging its supply chain in sustainability efforts.
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| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 196,261,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 719,066,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,093,087,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Renesas Electronics is committed to some 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.
