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 432,705,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 305,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions amounted to approximately 92,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 18,279,000 kg CO2e (location-based). Scope 3 emissions were significant, with business travel contributing about 129,000 kg CO2e, employee commute at approximately 536,000 kg CO2e, and purchased goods and services accounting for around 432,705,000 kg CO2e. In previous years, Meyer Burger's emissions have shown variability. For instance, in 2022, total emissions were approximately 305,859,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 327,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 6,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, indicating a potential area for future focus. Meyer Burger's headquarters is located in Switzerland (CH), and while the company has not disclosed specific reduction targets, its emissions data reflects a commitment to transparency in reporting its carbon footprint across all relevant scopes.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 660,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,348,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,254,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 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.
