Semtech
Semtech Corporation, a leading player in the semiconductor and related device manufacturing industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1960, Semtech has established itself as a pioneer in developing innovative solutions for various sectors, including telecommunications, consumer electronics, and industrial applications.
The company is renowned for its advanced analog and mixed-signal semiconductors, particularly in the areas of data communication and high-performance signal integrity. Semtech's unique product offerings, such as LoRa® technology for low-power wide-area networks, have positioned it as a key contributor to the Internet of Things (IoT) landscape.
With a strong market presence and a commitment to research and development, Semtech continues to achieve significant milestones, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the semiconductor industry.
-6 vs industry average
Semtech’s score of 42 is lower than 42% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing industry has increased its overall emissions by 23% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Semtech's reported carbon emissions
Semtech, a US-based semiconductor manufacturer, reported approximately 9.67 million kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions and about 9.34 million kg CO2e in Scope 2 emissions for the year 2022. Scope 3 emissions for the same year were approximately 3.45 million kg CO2e from downstream transportation and distribution, and 2.92 million kg CO2e from employee commutes, with business travel accounting for an additional 0.97 million kg CO2e. In 2023, Semtech's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 0.76 million kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions at about 4.21 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2023 totalled approximately 3.86 million kg CO2e, including about 0.42 million kg CO2e from business travel. For 2024, the company's Scope 1 emissions were reported as approximately 1.55 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were about 4.35 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2024 stood at approximately 3.76 million kg CO2e, with business travel contributing around 0.53 million kg CO2e. Semtech has set a mid-term goal to reduce its Scope 2 emissions by 90% by 2029, using 2023 as its baseline. The company also aims for carbon neutrality by 2035. Additionally, Semtech has a long-term Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitment to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, with a near-term commitment that was removed.
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Semtech’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
1 goal2029
90% reduction in Scope 2
Our goal to be carbon neutral by 2035 By 2029, our mid-term goal is to reduce our Scope 2 emissions by 90% We have compiled data from 2023 t…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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