3. Reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2030
using feasible technologies to remove emissions
in an amount which equals or exceeds IBM’s residual
emissions. Aim for residual emissions of 350,000 metric
tons of CO2 equivalent or less by 2030, with 90 percent
of IBM’s electricity coming from renewable sources.
– This covers our Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions,
as well as Scope 3 emissions associated with IBM’s
electricity consumption at co-location data centers.
– We challenge ourselves by setting a numerical
target for residual emissions.
– We anticipate new carbon removal solutions such
as direct air capture, and support their development with
research to accelerate the discovery of enabling materials
