Iqe
Iqe, also known as IQE plc, is a leading provider of advanced semiconductor materials, headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1988, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia. Specialising in the development and manufacturing of compound semiconductor wafers, Iqe serves diverse industries such as telecommunications, automotive, and consumer electronics. With a commitment to innovation, Iqe has achieved significant milestones, including pioneering developments in 5G technology and photonics. Their core products, which include epitaxial wafers and advanced materials, are distinguished by their high performance and reliability. Recognised for its market leadership, Iqe continues to drive advancements in semiconductor technology, positioning itself as a vital player in the global electronics supply chain.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Iqe's score of 54 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Iqe's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, IQE plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 19,603,000 kg CO2e, a significant reduction from 22,180,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 25,591,000 kg CO2e in 2021. The breakdown of emissions for 2023 includes 2,757,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 15,068,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,779,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. IQE has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, IQE plans to cut Scope 3 emissions from fuel- and energy-related activities by 55% by 2030. By 2028, the company aims for 85% of its suppliers and 60% of its customers to have science-based targets in place. Long-term, IQE is committed to a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a similar 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2050, both from the 2021 baseline. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect IQE's dedication to addressing climate change within the semiconductor industry.
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Get Started| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 3,689,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 20,084,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,818,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Iqe 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.
