Sumco
Sumco Corporation, a leading player in the semiconductor industry, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and operates extensively across Asia and North America. Founded in 1999, Sumco has established itself as a key manufacturer of silicon wafers, essential components in the production of integrated circuits and other electronic devices. The company is renowned for its high-quality products, including single crystal silicon wafers, which are distinguished by their superior purity and performance. Sumco's commitment to innovation and sustainability has positioned it as a trusted partner for major semiconductor manufacturers worldwide. With a strong market presence and a focus on advanced technology, Sumco continues to achieve significant milestones, reinforcing its status as a leader in the semiconductor supply chain.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Sumco'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
Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Sumco's score of 27 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Sumco's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Sumco Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,109,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 33,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 942,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 1,133,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with near-term targets classified as "Committed," although specific reduction targets have not been disclosed. In previous years, Sumco's emissions have fluctuated, with significant figures such as 1,697,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 1,675,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022. The company has been transparent about its emissions, reporting on Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, which include direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, and other indirect emissions in the value chain. Sumco operates within the semiconductor sector, which is increasingly under pressure to address climate change. While the company has not committed to a net-zero target, its ongoing efforts to monitor and report emissions reflect a growing awareness of environmental responsibilities. The company continues to engage in initiatives aimed at reducing its carbon impact, aligning with industry standards for sustainability.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 764,406,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Sumco 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.
