Lam Research Corporation, a leading provider of wafer fabrication equipment and services, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across Asia and Europe. Founded in 1980, the company has established itself as a key player in the semiconductor industry, focusing on critical areas such as plasma etch, deposition, and clean technologies. Lam Research is renowned for its innovative products, including advanced etch and deposition systems that enhance the performance and efficiency of semiconductor manufacturing. The company’s commitment to research and development has positioned it at the forefront of technological advancements, enabling it to meet the evolving needs of its global clientele. With a strong market presence, Lam Research has achieved notable milestones, including significant contributions to the development of next-generation chips. Its reputation for quality and reliability has solidified its status as a trusted partner in the semiconductor supply chain.
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In 2023, Lam Research, headquartered in the US, reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 7,100,000,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 190,124,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 64,050,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based). The majority of their emissions, about 7,000,000,000 kg CO2e, stem from Scope 3, which encompasses indirect emissions from the use of sold products and other activities. Lam Research has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint. The company aims to achieve a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025, with a more significant target of 60.6% reduction by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, they are committed to sourcing 100% renewable electricity by 2030, up from 4% in 2019. In terms of long-term commitments, Lam Research has pledged to reach net zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. They also plan to achieve net zero emissions for their operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2040. Furthermore, by 2025, they aim for 69.5% of their suppliers and customers, based on emissions, to have science-based targets in place. These initiatives reflect Lam Research's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact within the semiconductor industry.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 27,415,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 64,026,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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