Kulicke and Soffa Industries, often referred to as K&S, is a leading provider of semiconductor packaging and assembly equipment, headquartered in Singapore (SG). Founded in 1951, the company has established itself as a key player in the microelectronics industry, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. K&S is renowned for its innovative solutions in wire bonding, die bonding, and advanced packaging technologies, which are essential for the production of integrated circuits. Their commitment to precision and efficiency has positioned them as a trusted partner for major semiconductor manufacturers worldwide. Notable achievements include pioneering advancements in automated assembly processes, solidifying their market position as a frontrunner in the semiconductor equipment sector.
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Kulicke And Soffa Industries's score of 35 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Kulicke and Soffa Industries reported total carbon emissions of approximately 16,304,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (location-based) and 433,300 kg CO2e from Scope 1. This marked a significant increase in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2022, where they were about 1,814,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions (location-based) were approximately 13,872,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, nor have they set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Their climate commitments remain vague, with no documented reduction targets or climate pledges available. Overall, Kulicke and Soffa Industries continues to navigate its carbon footprint amidst growing industry pressures for sustainability and emissions reduction.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | - | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 2 | 13,260,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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Kulicke And Soffa Industries 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.