Semtech Corp
Semtech's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2023, Semtech 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).
Semtech has also provided a category-level breakdown for 2 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 - 2017 |
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Total Scope 1 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Total Scope 2 | ||||
Unspecified Calculation Method | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
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Insights into Semtech's Operational Emissions
In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Semtech amounted to 8,915 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
Semtech's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Semtech's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of Semtech were 1,725 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
What are Semtech's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2023, Semtech reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 7,190 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method. a
What methodology does Semtech use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2023, Semtech reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology. a
Semtech's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)
Insights into Semtech's Value Chain Emissions
In 2023, Semtech reported 664 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 2023 disclosure of Semtech includes a breakdown across 2 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, up from 0 in , reflecting improved emissions accounting practices and greater transparency across the company's value chain a
Semtech's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Semtech's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, Semtech reported total Scope 3 emissions of 664 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
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Semtech disclose?
In 2023, Semtech reported emissions for 2 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a
The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.
What are the main sources of Semtech's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, the largest contributors to Semtech's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Employee Commuting (Cat. 7): 486 tCO₂e (73.19%)
- Business Travel (Cat. 6): 178 tCO₂e (26.81%)
Semtech's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into Semtech’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2023, Semtech reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,725 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 869 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 1.99 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
Semtech's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does Semtech's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2023, Semtech reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 1.99 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 4.99 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does Semtech rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2023, Semtech ranked 11 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
Semtech is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency. a
Insights into Semtech's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2023, Semtech reported a total carbon footprint of 9,579 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. a
The largest contributor to Semtech's total carbon footprint was Scope 2 emissions, accounting for 75.06% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 18.01%. a