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Samsung
Semiconductor and Related Device ManufacturingSouth KoreaPNK: SSNLF
Last verified 2 months agosamsung.com
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., a leading name in the semiconductor and related device manufacturing industry, is headquartered in Suwon, South Korea (KR). Founded in 1969, Samsung has evolved into a global powerhouse, renowned for its innovative technology and high-quality products. The company operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas, solidifying its presence in key markets.
Specialising in semiconductors, display panels, and consumer electronics, Samsung is distinguished by its cutting-edge research and development capabilities. Its core products, including memory chips and processors, are integral to a wide range of devices, from smartphones to servers. With a strong market position, Samsung consistently ranks among the top semiconductor manufacturers worldwide, achieving significant milestones in technology advancement and production efficiency.
76
DitchCarbon score
+29 vs industry average
Samsung’s score of 76 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Medium
Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.673
20182025
The Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 29% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Samsung's reported carbon emissions
Samsung, headquartered in South Korea, is a significant player in the Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing industry.
In 2025, Samsung's total reported greenhouse gas emissions were approximately 117.5 billion kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of about 4.6 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) emissions of roughly 9.5 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions, the largest contributor, totalled approximately 103.4 billion kg CO2e, with "use of sold products" being the most substantial category at around 79.6 billion kg CO2e.
Looking back to 2024, Samsung's total emissions were approximately 115.6 billion kg CO2e. This comprised Scope 1 emissions of about 4.7 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) emissions of roughly 10.2 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 100.7 billion kg CO2e.
In 2023, the company's total emissions stood at approximately 120.3 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at roughly 3.7 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) emissions at about 9.6 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 107 billion kg CO2e.
Samsung has established several climate commitments. The company aims for net-zero carbon emissions across all scopes by 2050. More specifically, the Device eXperience (DX) division plans to achieve net-zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, and had achieved 93.4% renewable energy conversion by the end of 2023. The DS Division targets net-zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050. Additionally, Samsung is committed to reducing its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2030, compared to a 2020 baseline. The company also previously aimed to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions to near zero by the middle of this decade (2023-2025). Earlier targets included a 70% intensity reduction in GHG emissions (Scopes 1 and 2) by 2020 from a 2008 baseline, with a target of 1.55 tonnes of CO2e per 100 million KRW. Furthermore, Samsung aimed to reduce GHG emissions by 6.03 million tonnes in the manufacturing process for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 between 2021 and 2025.
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Samsung’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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