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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Semiconductor Manufacturing's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Semiconductor Manufacturing's score of 19 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Semiconductor Manufacturing's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Semiconductor Manufacturing reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,607,939 tonnes CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 843,517 tonnes CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 1,764,422 tonnes CO2e. This marks a slight increase in emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were approximately 2,558,421 tonnes CO2e. The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The reported indirect emission intensity for 2022 was about 6.9 tonnes CO2e per 8-inch equivalent wafer photomask layer, indicating ongoing efforts to improve efficiency in production processes. Overall, while Semiconductor Manufacturing has made strides in tracking and reporting emissions, further details on specific climate commitments or reduction targets would enhance understanding of their long-term sustainability strategy.
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Get Started| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 550,105,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,579,152,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Semiconductor Manufacturing 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.
