Ams
ams AG, a leading global player in the semiconductor industry, is headquartered in Austria (AT) and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Founded in 1981, the company has achieved significant milestones, including its merger with OSRAM, enhancing its position in the optical sensor market. Specialising in advanced sensor solutions, ams AG offers a diverse range of products, including ambient light sensors, image sensors, and gas sensors, which are renowned for their precision and reliability. The company’s commitment to innovation and quality has solidified its reputation as a trusted partner in automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics sectors. With a strong market presence, ams AG continues to drive technological advancements, positioning itself as a key contributor to the evolution of smart technologies and IoT applications.
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Ams's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Ams reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,033,400,000 kg CO2e, a decrease from about 1,348,200,000 kg CO2e in 2023. The emissions breakdown for 2024 includes Scope 1 emissions at about 53,100,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 211,600,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 768,300,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the company aims to achieve carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, aligning with the 1.5-degree target of the Paris Climate Agreement. Ams has set an ambitious target to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by at least 42% by 2030, which translates to an annual reduction of at least 4.2%. This commitment is part of their broader strategy to integrate sustainability into their operations, as evidenced by their 'Pathway to Net Zero' project initiated in 2022. The company is actively working to ensure that its reduction pathways meet or exceed the requirements set by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Overall, Ams's climate commitments reflect a strong dedication to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and contributing to global climate goals, with a clear focus on achieving significant reductions in the near term.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 51,700,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 264,100,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,183,900,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Ams 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.
