Microchip Technology Sustainability Profile
Microchip Technology Incorporated, commonly referred to as Microchip, is a leading provider of microcontroller and analogue semiconductors, headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, USA. Founded in 1989, the company has established itself as a key player in the semiconductor industry, with significant operational regions across North America, Europe, and Asia. Microchip's core offerings include a diverse range of microcontrollers, digital signal controllers, and memory products, distinguished by their reliability and energy efficiency. The company has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its product portfolio and market reach. With a strong commitment to innovation, Microchip Technology continues to solidify its position as a trusted partner for embedded control applications across various sectors, including automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics.
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Microchip Technology's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Microchip Technology, headquartered in the US, reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 439,683,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions amounting to about 248,753,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, with a long-term goal of achieving Net Zero emissions by 2040. This commitment reflects a proactive approach to climate action, aligning with industry standards for sustainability. For the year 2024, Microchip disclosed Scope 3 emissions, which included approximately 30,659,000 kg CO2e from capital goods and 11,180,500 kg CO2e from fuel and energy-related activities, among other categories. This comprehensive reporting underscores the company's recognition of the importance of addressing emissions across its entire value chain. Microchip's emissions data is sourced directly from its own disclosures, with no cascaded data from parent organizations. The company is actively working towards its reduction targets, demonstrating a commitment to transparency and accountability in its sustainability efforts.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 132,660,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 169,666,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Microchip Technology's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Microchip Technology's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 85% last year and increased by approximately 654% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 60% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 67% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Microchip Technology'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.
Microchip Technology 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.
