Imec
Imec, officially known as Interuniversity Microelectronics Centre, is a leading research and innovation hub headquartered in Belgium (BE). Founded in 1984, Imec has established itself as a pioneer in nanoelectronics and digital technologies, with significant operational regions across Europe, Asia, and North America. The organisation focuses on advanced semiconductor technology, smart electronics, and healthcare solutions, offering unique services that bridge the gap between academia and industry. Imec's commitment to innovation has led to notable achievements, including collaborations with major tech companies and contributions to cutting-edge research in artificial intelligence and photonics. With a strong market position, Imec continues to drive advancements in microelectronics, making it a key player in shaping the future of technology.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Imec'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.
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Imec's score of 42 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Imec's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Imec reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9.0 million tonnes CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 10.0 million tonnes CO2e from Scope 1, 20.0 million tonnes CO2e from Scope 2, and 90.0 million tonnes CO2e from Scope 3. This data reflects a significant operational footprint, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, which often encompass indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. Over the years, Imec has shown fluctuations in its emissions. For instance, in 2022, total emissions were about 7.7 million tonnes CO2e, with Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions each at approximately 29.7 million tonnes CO2e. In 2021, total emissions peaked at around 59.7 million tonnes CO2e, indicating a complex relationship between operational changes and emissions output. Despite these figures, Imec 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 the broader industry context, where many organisations are still developing comprehensive strategies to address climate change. Overall, while Imec's emissions data highlights a substantial environmental impact, the absence of clear reduction initiatives suggests an opportunity for the organisation to enhance its climate commitments and align with industry standards for sustainability.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 10,281,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 9,840,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 9,322,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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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.
Imec is not committed to any 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.
