Tensilica, LLC, a prominent player in the semiconductor industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1997, the company has established itself as a leader in the design of application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs) and digital signal processors (DSPs). With a focus on customisable processor cores, Tensilica's unique offerings cater to a variety of sectors, including automotive, consumer electronics, and telecommunications. The company is renowned for its innovative Xtensa® architecture, which allows for tailored solutions that enhance performance and efficiency. Over the years, Tensilica has achieved significant milestones, including strategic partnerships and a robust portfolio of intellectual property. As a result, it holds a strong market position, recognised for its contributions to advancing technology in embedded systems and high-performance computing.
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Tensilica, LLC, headquartered in the US, currently does not report any specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Cadence Design Systems, Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. While no direct emissions data is available, Tensilica's climate initiatives are likely aligned with those of its parent company, Cadence Design Systems, Inc. This includes participation in various climate-related initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which are cascaded from Cadence. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for Tensilica have not been disclosed. As part of its corporate family, Tensilica may benefit from the broader sustainability strategies and commitments of Cadence, which are designed to address climate change and reduce carbon footprints across its operations. Without specific emissions data or reduction targets, the company's climate commitments remain vague, but they are expected to follow the industry standards set by its parent organisation.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,314,000 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 
| Scope 2 | 26,363,000 | - | - | - | - | - | 
| Scope 3 | 454,078,000 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 
Tensilica, LLC's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 71% last year and increased by approximately 71% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 25% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Tensilica, LLC 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.