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 2024, Siltronic AG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 236,033,000 kg CO2e, comprising 12,998,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 224,053,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 252,952,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 11,601,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 243,390,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight reduction in total emissions year-on-year. Siltronic has set strategic targets to reduce its specific energy consumption by an average of 1.5% per year for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, with this initiative starting in 2023 and continuing through 2025. Furthermore, the company has committed to long-term net-zero targets, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as part of its Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, which typically includes indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. Siltronic's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that all reported figures are directly from Siltronic AG. Overall, Siltronic AG is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint while adhering to industry standards for climate commitments.
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| 2015 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 12,501,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| 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 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - |
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