Siltronic
Siltronic AG, a leading global manufacturer of silicon wafers, is headquartered in Germany and operates major facilities across Europe, Asia, and the United States. Founded in 1968, the company has established itself as a key player in the semiconductor industry, providing high-quality products that cater to the needs of various applications, including microelectronics and photovoltaics. Siltronic's core offerings include monocrystalline silicon wafers, which are renowned for their purity and performance. These wafers are essential for the production of integrated circuits and solar cells, setting Siltronic apart in a competitive market. The company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in wafer technology and sustainability initiatives, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for leading semiconductor manufacturers worldwide.
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Siltronic's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Siltronic reported total carbon emissions of approximately 243,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 12,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, alongside significant Scope 3 emissions of about 1,927,176,000 kg CO2e from downstream transportation and distribution. This reflects a continued commitment to transparency in their carbon footprint across all scopes. Over the years, Siltronic has demonstrated a proactive approach to reducing emissions. For instance, in 2022, their Scope 1 emissions were approximately 264,000,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were about 10,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a focus on minimising their operational impact. The company has set long-term net-zero commitments, aiming for significant reductions across all scopes by 2050, as part of their Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments. Siltronic's emissions data shows a trend of increasing emissions in recent years, with Scope 1 emissions rising from about 12,501,000 kg CO2e in 2015 to 243,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023. This highlights the challenges faced in balancing growth with sustainability. The company is committed to addressing these challenges through its long-term climate strategy, which includes a focus on reducing emissions intensity and improving operational efficiencies. Overall, Siltronic's climate commitments reflect a dedication to sustainability within the semiconductor industry, with a clear roadmap towards achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
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Add to project| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 12,501,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 282,549,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Siltronic is committed to some 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.
