Asm
ASM International N.V., commonly known as ASM, is a leading player in the semiconductor industry, headquartered in the Netherlands. Founded in 1968, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the development of advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment, particularly in the areas of atomic layer deposition (ALD) and epitaxy. With a strong presence in key markets across Asia, Europe, and North America, ASM is renowned for its innovative solutions that enhance the performance and efficiency of semiconductor devices. The company’s core products, including ALD systems, are distinguished by their precision and scalability, catering to the evolving needs of the microelectronics sector. ASM's commitment to research and development has positioned it as a market leader, achieving significant milestones such as the introduction of groundbreaking technologies that support the next generation of electronic devices.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Asm's score of 83 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Asm's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, ASM International N.V. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,630,500 kg CO2e, comprising 2,400,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 32,800,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2035. For near-term targets, ASM has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50.4% by 2032, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company aims to decrease Scope 3 emissions by 58.2% per EUR of value added within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 97% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2035, also based on the 2021 levels. ASM's emissions data shows a progressive reduction trend, with significant efforts to align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) standards, ensuring their targets are consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company is actively working towards these targets, reflecting its commitment to sustainability and climate action within the semiconductor industry.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 419,200 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 17,664,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Asm 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.
