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Communication Equipment Manufacturing
JP
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SanDisk Limited Sustainability Profile

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SanDisk Limited, a subsidiary of Western Digital Corporation, is a leading player in the data storage industry, headquartered in Japan (JP). Founded in 1988, the company has established itself as a pioneer in flash memory technology, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. SanDisk is renowned for its innovative products, including solid-state drives (SSDs), memory cards, and USB flash drives, which are designed to enhance data storage and transfer efficiency. The company’s commitment to quality and performance has positioned it as a trusted brand among consumers and professionals alike. With numerous industry accolades and a strong market presence, SanDisk continues to drive advancements in storage solutions, catering to the evolving needs of digital content creators and everyday users.

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70

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

SanDisk Limited's score of 70 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

81%

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SanDisk Limited's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Western Digital Corporation

SanDisk Limited, headquartered in Japan (JP), currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Western Digital Corporation, which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. As part of its corporate family, SanDisk Limited's climate initiatives and targets are likely aligned with those of Western Digital Corporation. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for SanDisk Limited are not detailed in the available information. The company does not appear to have set Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets or other documented climate pledges. In the context of the broader industry, it is essential for companies like SanDisk Limited to engage in climate action and transparency, especially as stakeholders increasingly demand accountability regarding carbon emissions and sustainability practices.

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2018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
46,269,280
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00,000,000
00,000,000
000,000,000
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Scope 2
1,107,529,260
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0,000,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
-
00,000,000
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0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is SanDisk Limited's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. SanDisk Limited's primary industry is Communication Equipment Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is SanDisk Limited'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 SanDisk Limited is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

SanDisk Limited's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

SanDisk Limited's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 3% last year and increased significantly since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 69% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
69%
Investments
17%
Purchased Goods and Services
14%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
4%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
Capital Goods
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%

SanDisk Limited'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.

SanDisk Limited 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
Reduction Actions

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