Aixtron
Aixtron SE, a leading provider of deposition equipment for the semiconductor industry, is headquartered in Aachen, Germany. Founded in 1983, the company has established itself as a key player in the development of advanced materials for optoelectronics, power electronics, and microelectronics. Aixtron's innovative technologies, particularly in metal-organic chemical vapour deposition (MOCVD), enable the production of high-quality semiconductor materials, setting them apart in a competitive market. With a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and North America, Aixtron has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of cutting-edge systems that enhance efficiency and performance in device manufacturing. The company is recognised for its commitment to research and development, positioning itself as a trusted partner for leading technology firms worldwide.
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Aixtron's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Aixtron reported total carbon emissions of approximately 431,424,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 197,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 5,546,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 425,681,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This represents a notable increase in emissions compared to previous years, highlighting the challenges the company faces in managing its carbon footprint. In 2022, Aixtron's total emissions were about 380,265,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 120,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 4,725,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching 375,420,000 kg CO2e. The trend indicates a growing reliance on activities contributing to Scope 3 emissions, which typically encompass indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. Despite the increase in emissions, Aixtron has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. This lack of formal commitments may reflect broader industry challenges in achieving substantial emissions reductions while maintaining operational growth. Overall, Aixtron's emissions data underscores the importance of developing robust climate strategies to address the increasing carbon footprint and align with global sustainability goals.
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Add to project| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,581,180 | 0,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 7,410,900 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,807,190 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Aixtron is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
