Meyer Burger
Meyer Burger Technology AG, commonly referred to as Meyer Burger, is a leading player in the solar technology industry, headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1953, the company has evolved significantly, focusing on the development and production of advanced solar cells and modules. With major operational regions across Europe and North America, Meyer Burger is renowned for its innovative heterojunction (HJT) technology, which enhances efficiency and sustainability in solar energy production. The company’s core offerings include high-performance solar cells and modules that stand out for their superior efficiency and durability. Meyer Burger has established a strong market position, marked by notable achievements in renewable energy solutions, contributing to the global transition towards sustainable energy. As a pioneer in the solar sector, Meyer Burger continues to drive advancements that support a greener future.
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Meyer Burger's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Meyer Burger reported total carbon emissions of approximately 305,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 92,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling about 432,705,000 kg CO2e, which includes 129,000 kg CO2e from business travel and 536,000 kg CO2e from employee commuting. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its emissions, aiming for a 50% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, Meyer Burger is committed to achieving near-zero emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2025, reflecting its dedication to decarbonising society through clean energy solutions. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, and all figures are reported directly by Meyer Burger Technology AG. The company continues to focus on sustainability and climate commitments as part of its operational strategy.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 770,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,682,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,256,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 |
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Meyer Burger is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
