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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Samsung'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.
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.
Industry Benchmark
Samsung's score of 43 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Samsung's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Samsung's total carbon emissions reached approximately 150,530,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 5,972,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 9,081,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set an ambitious target to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050, with a commitment that spans all scopes of emissions. This long-term goal, initiated in 2023, reflects Samsung's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact. In previous years, Samsung reported emissions of about 14,805,000,000 kg CO2e in 2020 and 13,800,000,000 kg CO2e in 2019, indicating a focus on reducing emissions over time. The company continues to enhance its sustainability efforts, aligning with industry standards and climate commitments to foster a more sustainable future.
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| 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 149,422,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 268,413,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Samsung is not committed to any 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.
