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updated 4 days ago

Imec

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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 operations 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 its strong market position, Imec continues to drive advancements in microelectronics, making it a key player in shaping the future of technology.

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33

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Research Services 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.

24

Industry Benchmark

Imec's score of 33 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Imec's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Imec reported total carbon emissions of approximately 29,650,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,015,000 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 28,635,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown includes business travel (approximately 1,591,000 kg CO2e), employee commute (about 963,000 kg CO2e), purchased goods and services (approximately 1,118,000 kg CO2e), and waste generated in operations (around 1,678,000 kg CO2e), among others. Imec has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for CO2 neutrality across both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2050. This long-term target was established in 2023, reflecting a commitment to reducing their carbon footprint significantly over the coming decades. The emissions data for Imec is cascaded from its parent company, Primech Holdings Ltd., indicating a corporate family relationship that influences its sustainability reporting and targets. Overall, Imec's focus on reducing emissions and achieving net-zero status by 2050 aligns with industry standards and reflects a proactive approach to climate change mitigation.

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202020212022
Scope 1
10,281,000
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0,000,000
Scope 2
9,840,000
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Scope 3
9,322,000
0,000,000
00,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Imec's primary industry is Research and development services (73), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Imec is in BE, which has a very 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.

Imec 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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