KLA Corp
KLA's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2024, KLA completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).
KLA has also provided a category-level breakdown for 10 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
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Location-Based | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
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Insights into KLA's Operational Emissions
In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of KLA amounted to 88,899 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2).a
Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of KLA increased by 2.72%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations.a
KLA's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are KLA's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of KLA were 6,523 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Has KLA reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2021, KLA's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 39.17%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ab
Compared to the previous year (2023), KLA's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 13.6%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a
What are KLA's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2024, KLA reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 35,419 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 82,376 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a
Has KLA reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Compared to the previous year (2023), KLA's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that KLA's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.a
What methodology does KLA use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2024, KLA reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a
KLA's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
Insights into KLA's Value Chain Emissions
In 2024, KLA reported 3,441,712 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a
The 2024 disclosure of KLA includes a breakdown across 10 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a
KLA's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are KLA's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, KLA reported total Scope 3 emissions of 3,441,712 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Approximately 24.68% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 75.32% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a
Has KLA reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2021, KLA's Scope 3 emissionshave remained relatively stable, indicating that KLA's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.ab
Compared to the previous year (2023), KLA's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that KLA's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does KLA disclose?
In 2024, KLA reported emissions for 10 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a
This reflects a high level of granularity and transparency in the company's emissions reporting.
What are the main sources of KLA's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, the largest contributors to KLA's Scope 3 emissions were:a
- Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 2,515,286 tCO₂e (73.08%)
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 607,319 tCO₂e (17.65%)
- Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 99,351 tCO₂e (2.89%)
KLA's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into KLA’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2024, KLA reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 6,523 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 9,812 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 0.66 tCO₂e per millions USD.a
KLA's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does KLA's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2024, KLA reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 0.66 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 2.64, this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors.a
Where does KLA rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2024, KLA ranked 9 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a
KLA is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency.a
Insights into KLA's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2024, KLA reported a total carbon footprint of 3,530,611 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 2.41% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output.a
The largest contributor to KLA's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 97.48% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 2.33%.a