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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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63

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.

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Industry Benchmark

Renesas Electronics's score of 63 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Renesas Electronics's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Renesas Electronics reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,240,483,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 125,385,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 642,550,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 1,472,548,000 kg CO2e. The company has set an ambitious interim target to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 38% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. This commitment aligns with industry standards for climate action, aiming to contribute to global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. In 2023, Renesas reported total emissions of about 2,498,320,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 156,403,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 647,660,000 kg CO2e. The company is also focused on engaging its supply chain, committing that 70% of its suppliers by emissions will have established targets by 2026. Renesas Electronics is actively working towards its climate commitments, demonstrating a clear strategy for reducing its carbon footprint in the semiconductor industry.

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Scope 1
156,403,000
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Scope 2
647,660,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
1,694,258,000
0,000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Renesas Electronics'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 Renesas Electronics is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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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