Intel

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Intel Corporation is an American multinational corporation that designs, manufactures, and sells computer components such as central processing units (CPUs) and related products. It is one of the world's largest semiconductor chip manufacturers.

Positive signals

Intel has committed to drive a 10% reduction in its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions from 2020 to 2030 as part of its environmental strategy.

Intel has set a goal to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its global operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2040, and aims to reach 100% renewable electricity across its operations by 2030.

Intel avoided emitting 9.78 million metric tons of CO2e in 2022 despite a tripling in manufacturing output over the past decade, while keeping Scope 1 and 2 emissions under 20% of the increased output.

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Intel faces significant challenges in controlling downstream emissions, as the chips it produces are widely used in data centers and other products that contribute to global carbon footprints, and the company has limited control over the energy use of end products.

Intel reported 1.54 million metric tons of CO2e emissions in 2022, marking a 13% increase in emissions over two years and making it the largest industrial polluter in Oregon as of 2024.

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