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 236,053,000 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 similar emissions with 11,601,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 243,390,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Notably, Siltronic has set a strategic target to reduce its specific energy consumption by an average of 1.5% per year from 2023 to 2025, applicable to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Siltronic is committed to long-term climate goals, having pledged to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) framework, although specific near-term targets have been removed. The company is actively working towards these goals while maintaining transparency in its emissions reporting and reduction initiatives. Overall, Siltronic's emissions data reflects its ongoing efforts to manage and reduce its carbon footprint within the semiconductor industry, with a focus on energy efficiency and sustainability.
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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 | 000,000,000 | 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 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - |
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