Meyer Burger
Meyer Burger Technology AG, commonly referred to as Meyer Burger, is a leading player in the solar technology industry, headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1953, the company has evolved significantly, focusing on the development and production of advanced solar cells and modules. With major operational regions across Europe and North America, Meyer Burger is renowned for its innovative heterojunction (HJT) technology, which enhances efficiency and sustainability in solar energy production. The company’s core offerings include high-performance solar cells and modules that stand out for their superior efficiency and durability. Meyer Burger has established a strong market position, marked by notable achievements in renewable energy solutions, contributing to the global transition towards sustainable energy. As a pioneer in the solar sector, Meyer Burger continues to drive advancements that support a greener future.
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Meyer Burger's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Meyer Burger reported total carbon emissions of approximately 450,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 92,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 432,705,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their carbon footprint across all scopes, including business travel, employee commuting, and purchased goods and services. Meyer Burger has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon emissions. The company aims to achieve a 50% reduction in Scope 1 emissions by 2030, using 2021 as a baseline. Similarly, they plan to cut Scope 2 emissions by 50% by the same year. Additionally, Meyer Burger is committed to supporting the decarbonisation of society by providing clean energy solutions, with initiatives in place to introduce a new CO2 control system aimed at aligning with the targets of the Paris Climate Agreement. Overall, Meyer Burger's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to reducing their carbon footprint and contributing to global sustainability efforts, with a focus on both immediate and long-term emission reduction strategies.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 660,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,348,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,254,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Meyer Burger 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.
