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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.

DitchCarbon Score

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72

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

23

Industry Benchmark

Ams's score of 72 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ams's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Ams reported total carbon emissions of approximately 225,900,000 kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 51,700,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 229,400,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions, particularly from capital goods at about 301,200,000 kg CO2e. Over the previous years, Ams has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2022, total emissions were around 225,300,000 kg CO2e, while in 2021, they were approximately 256,000,000 kg CO2e. The company aims to achieve carbon neutrality across all scopes by 2030, aligning with the 1.5-degree target of the Paris Climate Agreement. Ams's emissions data reflects a proactive approach to sustainability, with a focus on reducing both direct and indirect emissions. The company is dedicated to implementing strategies that contribute to long-term climate goals, ensuring a significant reduction in its overall environmental impact.

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51,700,000
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264,100,000
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Scope 3
29,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ams's primary industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Ams is in AT, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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