Sk Hynix
SK Hynix Inc., a leading global semiconductor manufacturer, is headquartered in South Korea (KR) and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Founded in 1983, the company has established itself as a key player in the memory chip industry, specialising in DRAM and NAND flash memory products. With a commitment to innovation, SK Hynix has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in 10nm-class DRAM technology and the development of high-capacity NAND solutions. Their core offerings are distinguished by superior performance and energy efficiency, catering to a diverse range of applications from mobile devices to data centres. As one of the largest memory chip producers worldwide, SK Hynix continues to strengthen its market position through strategic partnerships and cutting-edge research, solidifying its reputation for excellence in the semiconductor sector.
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Sk Hynix's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, SK Hynix reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,019,310,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 2,338,090,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 4,986,890,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 2,951,027,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the company has set a long-term commitment to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, targeting reductions across all scopes, including specific plans for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. In 2022, SK Hynix's emissions were approximately 7,176,550,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 2,942,757,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 6,139,877,000 kg CO2e. The company has established a Carbon Management Committee to spearhead initiatives aimed at reducing emissions and implementing sustainable practices. The trend in emissions shows a significant commitment to addressing climate change, with the company actively working towards its net zero goal through various strategies and initiatives.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,958,542,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,955,848,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 109,100,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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