Samsung
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., commonly known as Samsung, is a global leader in the technology industry, headquartered in Suwon, South Korea (KR). Founded in 1969, the company has evolved into a powerhouse, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Samsung is renowned for its diverse range of products, including smartphones, televisions, home appliances, and semiconductor solutions. Its innovative approach, particularly in mobile technology with the Galaxy series, sets it apart from competitors. With a strong market position, Samsung consistently ranks among the top electronics manufacturers worldwide, celebrated for its commitment to quality and cutting-edge technology. Key milestones, such as the launch of the first Galaxy smartphone in 2010, have solidified its reputation as a pioneer in the digital landscape.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Samsung's score of 77 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Samsung's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Samsung Electronics reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 4,725,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 10,164,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (with a market-based total of 14,889,000,000 kg CO2e), and a staggering 105,612,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering all three scopes. In 2023, the company recorded emissions of about 3,733,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 9,558,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based total of 13,291,000,000 kg CO2e), and 106,971,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. Notably, Samsung has set ambitious targets to achieve net zero carbon emissions for its Device eXperience (DX) Division by 2030 and across all global operations, including the Device Solutions (DS) Division, by 2050. Samsung's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint includes a near-term goal of reducing absolute GHG emissions by 30% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. The company aims to transition to 100% renewable energy at major global manufacturing facilities, achieving 93.4% renewable energy conversion as of the end of 2023. The company's environmental strategy, launched in 2022, underscores its dedication to sustainability, with specific initiatives targeting both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Samsung's efforts are further supported by its commitment to using recycled materials in all stages of manufacturing processes by 2025. Overall, Samsung Electronics is actively working towards substantial emissions reductions and a sustainable future, aligning with global climate action goals.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,221,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 5,797,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Samsung 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.
