Semiconductor Manufacturing
Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation (SMIC), headquartered in China, stands as a leading player in the semiconductor industry. Founded in 2000, SMIC has rapidly evolved, establishing itself as a key provider of integrated circuit (IC) manufacturing services. With major operational regions across Asia, including Taiwan and Singapore, the company focuses on advanced technology nodes and offers a diverse range of products, including logic, mixed-signal, and RF ICs. SMIC's commitment to innovation is evident in its state-of-the-art fabrication facilities, which enable the production of cutting-edge semiconductor solutions. The company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in 28nm and 14nm process technologies, positioning itself as a competitive force in the global market. With a robust portfolio and a reputation for quality, SMIC continues to play a pivotal role in the evolution of the semiconductor landscape.
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Semiconductor Manufacturing's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation (SMIC), headquartered in China (CN), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,607,939,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes about 843,517,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and about 1,764,422,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The total emissions for 2022 were slightly lower at about 2,558,421,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 823,838,000 kg CO2e and 1,734,583,000 kg CO2e, respectively. SMIC has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a potential area for future reporting and improvement. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, which may limit its accountability in addressing climate change. The semiconductor industry is under increasing pressure to reduce carbon footprints, and while SMIC has not yet established formal reduction commitments, its emissions data reflects the significant environmental impact of semiconductor manufacturing. The company’s reported indirect emission intensity is approximately 6.9 tonnes CO2e per 8-inch equivalent wafer photomask layer, highlighting the need for enhanced sustainability practices in its operations.
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| 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 425,706,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,375,520,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Semiconductor Manufacturing 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.
