Micron Technology Inc
Micron Technology's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2024, Micron Technology 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).
Micron Technology has also provided a category-level breakdown for 7 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.  | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature. | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  b | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  b | 0000000 |
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Insights into Micron Technology's Operational Emissions
In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Micron Technology amounted to 6,693,179 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 Micron Technology decreased by 2.1%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.ab
Micron Technology's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Micron Technology's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Micron Technology were 2,574,449 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Has Micron Technology reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2019, Micron Technology's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 19.41%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ac
Compared to the previous year (2023), Micron Technology's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 4.6%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.ab
What are Micron Technology's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2024, Micron Technology reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 4,002,529 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 4,118,730 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a
Has Micron Technology reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2019, Micron Technology's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based) have increased by 44.24%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.ad
What methodology does Micron Technology use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2024, Micron Technology reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a
Micron Technology's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
Insights into Micron Technology's Value Chain Emissions
In 2024, Micron Technology reported 4,619,821 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 Micron Technology includes a breakdown across 7 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, up from 0 in 2023, reflecting improved emissions accounting practices and greater transparency across the company's value chaina
Micron Technology's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Micron Technology's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, Micron Technology reported total Scope 3 emissions of 4,619,821 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a
Has Micron Technology reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2019, Micron Technology's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 21.58%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.ad
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Micron Technology disclose?
In 2024, Micron Technology reported emissions for 7 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a
This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.
What are the main sources of Micron Technology's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, the largest contributors to Micron Technology's Scope 3 emissions were:a
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 2,373,870 tCO₂e (51.38%)
- Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 1,059,691 tCO₂e (22.94%)
- Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 986,212 tCO₂e (21.35%)
Micron Technology's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into Micron Technology’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2024, Micron Technology reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 2,574,449 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 25,111 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 102.52 tCO₂e per millions USD.a
Micron Technology's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does Micron Technology's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2024, Micron Technology reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 102.52 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 2.59, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a
Where does Micron Technology rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2024, Micron Technology ranked 23 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a
This places Micron Technology among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector.a
Insights into Micron Technology's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2024, Micron Technology reported a total carbon footprint of 11,313,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 65.48% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.ab
The largest contributor to Micron Technology's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 40.84% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 36.41%.a