Vmware
VMware, Inc., a leading player in the virtualisation and cloud computing industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1998, VMware has pioneered innovations in virtualisation technology, enabling businesses to optimise their IT infrastructure. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, the company has established itself as a trusted partner for enterprises seeking to enhance operational efficiency. VMware's core offerings include its renowned vSphere platform, cloud management solutions, and network virtualisation products. These services are distinguished by their ability to streamline operations and improve resource utilisation. Recognised for its commitment to innovation, VMware has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of the first x86 virtualisation product. Today, it holds a prominent market position, serving thousands of customers globally and consistently earning accolades for its technological advancements.
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Vmware's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, VMware reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 397,008,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across Scope 1, 2, and 3. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions accounted for about 3,650,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were approximately 66,884,000 kg CO2e. The majority of emissions, around 392,515,000 kg CO2e, fell under Scope 3, which includes indirect emissions from sources such as employee commuting and purchased goods and services. VMware has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 50% by FY2031 from a FY2019 baseline. Additionally, the company plans to increase its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 94% in FY2019 to 100% by FY2021 and maintain this commitment through FY2031. For Scope 3 emissions, VMware targets a 50% reduction in emissions from employee commuting and fuel-and-energy-related activities by FY2031, also from a FY2019 base year. Furthermore, VMware aims for 75% of its suppliers, by spend, to have science-based targets by FY2025. These initiatives reflect VMware's commitment to sustainability and its alignment with global climate goals, contributing to efforts to limit global warming to 1.5°C.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,878,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 30,106,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 93,435,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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