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 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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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 9,013,000 kg CO2e, comprising 10,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 20,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 90,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a significant increase in emissions compared to previous years, with 2022 emissions recorded at about 7,738,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, Imec's emissions were notably higher, totalling approximately 59,700,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 37,666,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 27,751,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 58,158,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, indicating a lack of formal commitments to reduce emissions at this time. Imec's emissions data reflects a complex landscape of carbon output, with a significant portion attributed to Scope 3, which includes indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. The absence of defined reduction targets suggests that while Imec is aware of its carbon footprint, it may need to establish clearer commitments to align with industry standards for climate action.
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| 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
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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.
