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Communication Equipment Manufacturing
US
updated a month ago

General Semiconductor, Inc.

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General Semiconductor, Inc., a prominent player in the semiconductor industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in the early 1980s, the company has established itself as a leader in the design and manufacturing of high-performance semiconductor solutions, serving various sectors including consumer electronics, automotive, and telecommunications. With major operational regions across North America and Asia, General Semiconductor is renowned for its innovative product offerings, which include power management ICs, analog devices, and custom semiconductor solutions. The company’s commitment to quality and cutting-edge technology has earned it a strong market position, recognised for its reliability and efficiency. Notable achievements include significant advancements in energy-efficient semiconductor technologies, positioning General Semiconductor as a trusted partner for businesses seeking to enhance their electronic systems.

DitchCarbon Score

How does General Semiconductor, Inc.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

35

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Communication Equipment 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.

30

Industry Benchmark

General Semiconductor, Inc.'s score of 35 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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General Semiconductor, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Vishay Intertechnology, Inc.

General Semiconductor, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is part of a corporate family that includes Vishay Intertechnology, Inc., from which it inherits emissions data. However, no specific emissions data has been provided from this source. In terms of climate commitments, General Semiconductor, Inc. has not established any documented reduction targets or initiatives. This lack of specific commitments may reflect a broader industry context where many semiconductor companies are beginning to address climate change but may not yet have formalised their strategies or targets. As a merged entity, General Semiconductor, Inc. may benefit from the sustainability initiatives and emissions performance of Vishay Intertechnology, Inc., but specific details on these initiatives or performance metrics have not been disclosed. The company’s future climate strategy may evolve as it aligns with industry standards and practices.

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2018202120222023
Scope 1
31,244,000
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Scope 2
400,019,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. General Semiconductor, Inc.'s primary industry is Radio, television and communication equipment and apparatus (32), 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 General Semiconductor, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

General Semiconductor, Inc. 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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