Nordic Semiconductor ASA, commonly referred to as Nordic, is a leading provider of low-power wireless communication solutions, headquartered in Norway. Founded in 1983, the company has established itself as a key player in the semiconductor industry, particularly in the realms of Bluetooth Low Energy, cellular IoT, and short-range wireless technologies. With operational hubs across Europe, Asia, and North America, Nordic Semiconductor is renowned for its innovative products, including the nRF series of System-on-Chip (SoC) solutions. These products are distinguished by their energy efficiency and robust performance, catering to a diverse range of applications from consumer electronics to industrial automation. Nordic's commitment to quality and innovation has solidified its market position, making it a preferred choice for developers and manufacturers seeking reliable wireless connectivity solutions.
How does Nordic Semiconductor's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Nordic Semiconductor's score of 82 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Nordic Semiconductor reported total carbon emissions of approximately 95,911,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 41,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based) and a significant 95,870,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses various categories such as purchased goods and services (84,201,000 kg CO2e) and business travel (1,128,000 kg CO2e). Notably, Nordic Semiconductor has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. The company has pledged to reduce absolute GHG emissions from Scopes 1 and 2 by 60% and Scope 3 emission intensity by 60% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This commitment aligns with their long-term target of achieving a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes by 2050. These targets are consistent with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Nordic Semiconductor's dedication to addressing climate change within the semiconductor industry. Overall, Nordic Semiconductor's proactive approach to reducing carbon emissions demonstrates a commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility, with ongoing reductions planned every decade leading up to their 2050 net-zero goal.
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Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000 | 0,000 | - | - | - | - |
Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 |
Scope 3 | 24,797,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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