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 305,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 92,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions, including 432,705,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. In previous years, emissions data indicates a trend of fluctuating emissions, with 2022 showing total emissions of about 327,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 6,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a substantial 305,526,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The company operates from its headquarters in Switzerland (CH) and is focused on sustainability within the solar technology industry. Meyer Burger's emissions profile highlights the importance of addressing Scope 3 emissions, which constitute the majority of their carbon footprint, particularly from purchased goods and services. The absence of specific reduction targets suggests an opportunity for the company to enhance its climate commitments and align with industry standards for sustainability.
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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 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.
