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Sumco Sustainability Profile

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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.

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38

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.

30

Industry Benchmark

Sumco's score of 38 is higher than 59% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

59%

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Sumco's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Sumco Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,109,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 33,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 942,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 1,133,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 33% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 compared to 2014 levels, with a long-term goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. Additionally, Sumco has committed to a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2023 baseline, alongside a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions related to purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation and distribution within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to addressing climate change within the semiconductor industry. In 2022, the company reported Scope 3 emissions of approximately 882,000,000 kg CO2e in Japan, with total Scope 1 and 2 emissions of about 434,000,000 kg CO2e. This data highlights the significant impact of upstream activities on their overall emissions profile. Sumco's proactive approach to emissions reduction and commitment to sustainability positions it as a responsible player in the semiconductor sector, striving to meet global climate goals.

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201520162017201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
21,000,000
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
990,000,000
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
1,020,000,000
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
0,000,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Sumco's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sumco's primary industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Sumco's Location?

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Very high
The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Sumco is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Sumco's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Sumco's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 28% last year and increased significantly since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 54% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 54% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
54%
Capital Goods
28%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
10%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
5%
Waste Generated in Operations
2%
Employee Commuting
1%
Business Travel
<1%

Sumco's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Sumco has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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