1968
Intel Founded
Robert Noyce and Gordon Moore rename the newly formed company NM Electronics to Intel Corporation, laying the foundation for decades of technological innovation.
The archive
Milestones with
momentum.
Nine moments that trace the path from making smaller chips to making a lighter footprint.
1971
First Microprocessor
Intel debuts the 4004, the world's first commercial microprocessor, igniting the microprocessor revolution and propelling the future of computing devices.
1978
8086 Processor
Launch of the 8086 processor, establishing the x86 architecture that drives countless PCs and servers in the modern era.
1985
386 Processor
Intel introduces the 386 processor with 32-bit architecture, ushering in a new era of performance and multitasking for personal computers.
2006
Peak GHG Emissions
This year marks Intel's highest annual greenhouse gas emissions for operations. Over subsequent years, Intel invests heavily in chemical abatement, renewable energy, and energy-efficient manufacturing to reverse this trend.
2020
RISE Strategy
Intel launches its RISE (Responsible, Inclusive, Sustainable, Enabling) strategy and 2030 goals, aiming to drive industry-wide progress on climate action, water stewardship, and waste reduction.
2022
Net-Zero By 2040
Intel announces its commitment to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1 and 2) across its global operations by 2040, building on years of environmental initiatives.
2023
Renewable Electricity
The company achieves 99% renewable electricity usage worldwide, helping to drastically lower carbon emissions and driving progress toward Intel's long-term sustainability goals.
2024
Sustainability Summit
Intel hosts its first Sustainability Summit, uniting suppliers, government officials, and industry leaders to collaborate on next-generation sustainable semiconductor manufacturing.
Our priorities
Progress, in focus.
Explore the sustainability priorities behind Intel's long-term goals.
Climate action
Work toward net-zero greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1 and 2) across global operations by 2040.
Learn MoreWater stewardship
Support responsible water use through Intel's RISE strategy and its 2030 sustainability goals.
Learn MoreWaste reduction
Reduce waste as part of Intel's RISE strategy and its commitment to environmental progress.
Learn MoreHow these priorities connect to Intel's milestones
Intel announced a goal to reach net-zero Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions across global operations by 2040. The timeline also highlights its 2023 renewable electricity milestone. Explore the 2040 commitment
Water stewardship is one of the areas in Intel's RISE strategy and 2030 goals, introduced in the 2020 milestone. Explore the RISE strategy
Waste reduction is another focus of Intel's RISE strategy and its 2030 sustainability goals. Explore the RISE strategy
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