VMware, Inc., a leader in the computer and related services industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1998, VMware has established itself as a pioneer in virtualisation technology, enabling businesses to optimise their IT infrastructure. The company operates globally, with significant presence in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.
VMware's core offerings include cloud infrastructure, digital workspace solutions, and network security, all designed to enhance operational efficiency and flexibility. Its unique approach to virtualisation and cloud computing has positioned VMware as a trusted partner for enterprises seeking to innovate and streamline their operations. Notable achievements include a strong market position, consistently ranking among the top providers in the industry, and a commitment to driving digital transformation across various sectors.
+10 vs industry average
Vmware’s score of 50 is higher than 62% 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
Computer Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Computer Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Vmware's reported carbon emissions
VMware, a US-based company in the computer and related services sector (72), reported a total of approximately 397,008,000 kg CO2e for the year 2023. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 3,650,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 61,224,000 kg CO2e (location-based), and Scope 3 emissions amounting to approximately 392,515,000 kg CO2e. VMware has established several climate commitments. Notably, they commit to a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using their fiscal year 2019 as a baseline. This target has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Furthermore, VMware is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions across its operations and supply chain by 2030. The company also aims to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity, with a target of 100% by fiscal year 2021 and to maintain this commitment through fiscal year 2031. An additional SBTi commitment includes reducing absolute Scope 3 emissions from employee commuting and fuel-and-energy-related activities by 50% by fiscal year 2031, also from a fiscal year 2019 baseline. VMware further aims for 75% of its suppliers, by spend, to have science-based targets by fiscal year 2025. Emissions data for VMware is cascaded from VMware LLC, with VMware LLC being the source organisation at cascade level 0.
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Vmware’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
VMware is on track to achieve net zero carbon emissions with…
VMware is on track to achieve net zero carbon emissions with validated, scienced-based targets by 2030.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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