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Communication Equipment Manufacturing
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Renesas Electronics America Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Renesas Electronics America Inc., a subsidiary of Renesas Electronics Corporation, is a leading provider of advanced semiconductor solutions headquartered in the United States. Established in 2002, the company has rapidly evolved to become a key player in the microcontroller, analogue, and power management sectors, serving diverse industries such as automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics. With major operational regions across North America, Renesas is renowned for its innovative products, including microcontrollers, system-on-chips (SoCs), and integrated circuits. These offerings are distinguished by their high performance, energy efficiency, and robust reliability, catering to the growing demands of the Internet of Things (IoT) and smart technology applications. Renesas has solidified its market position through strategic acquisitions and a commitment to research and development, making it a trusted partner for businesses seeking cutting-edge electronic solutions.

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How does Renesas Electronics America Inc.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

62

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

Renesas Electronics America Inc.'s score of 62 is higher than 77% 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 America Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Renesas Electronics Corporation

Renesas Electronics America Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Renesas Electronics Corporation, which may influence its climate commitments and reporting. While no specific reduction targets or achievements are available for Renesas Electronics America Inc., it is important to note that emissions data and climate initiatives may be cascaded from its parent company, Renesas Electronics Corporation. This includes potential commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and other climate-related frameworks, although specific details on these initiatives are not provided. In the context of the semiconductor industry, companies are increasingly focusing on sustainability and carbon reduction strategies. Renesas Electronics America Inc. may align with broader industry trends, but without specific data or commitments, the extent of its climate initiatives remains unclear.

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20232024
Scope 1
156,403,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
647,660,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
1,694,258,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Renesas Electronics America Inc.'s Industry?

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

Renesas Electronics America Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Renesas Electronics America Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 13% last year and decreased by approximately 13% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 66% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 80% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
80%
Capital Goods
11%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
7%
Business Travel
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%

Renesas Electronics America 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.

Renesas Electronics America 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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