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MKS Instruments, Inc., a leader in the semiconductor machinery manufacturing industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1961, the company has established itself as a key player in providing advanced solutions for the semiconductor, industrial, and life sciences markets. MKS offers a diverse range of core products, including pressure and flow control systems, vacuum solutions, and analytical instruments, all designed to enhance precision and efficiency in manufacturing processes.
With a strong presence in major operational regions across North America, Europe, and Asia, MKS Instruments has achieved significant milestones, including numerous innovations that have set industry standards. The company’s commitment to quality and technological advancement has solidified its market position, making it a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable and cutting-edge manufacturing solutions.
-14 vs industry average
Mks Instruments’s score of 32 is lower than 48% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Semiconductor Machinery Manufacturing has typical carbon intensity
The Semiconductor Machinery Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
MKS Instruments, a US-based Semiconductor Machinery Manufacturing company, reported approximately 2.82 billion kg CO2e in total emissions for 2024. This includes about 7.25 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, around 57.12 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and approximately 2.76 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Their Scope 3 emissions in 2024 were primarily driven by the use of sold products (around 2.12 billion kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 548.13 million kg CO2e).
Looking back, MKS Instruments's total emissions for 2023 were about 2.24 billion kg CO2e, comprising around 6.85 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, approximately 57.89 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and about 2.18 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3. In 2022, their total emissions were roughly 4.83 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 8.21 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at around 58.95 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 4.76 billion kg CO2e.
MKS Instruments has committed to significant climate action, with Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved targets. They aim to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42.0% by 2030, using 2022 as a base year. Furthermore, MKS Instruments is committed to ensuring that 69.0% of its suppliers and customers, by emissions covering purchased goods and services and use of sold products, will have science-based targets by 2030. These near-term targets for Scope 1 and 2 emissions are consistent with reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C.
2030
42% reduction in Scope 1
MKS Inc commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 42.0% by 2030 from a 2022 base year.
2030
42% reduction in Scope 2
MKS Inc commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 42.0% by 2030 from a 2022 base year.
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