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Tokyo Electron

Tokyo Electron Limited, commonly referred to as TEL, is a leading player in the semiconductor and flat panel display manufacturing equipment industry. Headquartered in Japan, TEL operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and North America, providing innovative solutions that drive technological advancement. Founded in 1963, Tokyo Electron has achieved significant milestones, including pioneering developments in photolithography and etching technologies. The company’s core products encompass a wide range of equipment for semiconductor fabrication, including deposition systems and cleaning tools, distinguished by their precision and efficiency. With a strong market position, TEL is recognised for its commitment to research and development, consistently delivering cutting-edge technologies that meet the evolving needs of the electronics industry. Its reputation for quality and innovation has solidified its status as a trusted partner for manufacturers worldwide.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Tokyo Electron'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.

73

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.

21

Industry Benchmark

Tokyo Electron's score of 73 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Tokyo Electron's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Tokyo Electron reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 14,333,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, alongside 22,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 20,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve a 70% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2030 from a FY2018 baseline. Additionally, they plan to reduce Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 55% per wafer processed by FY2030, also using FY2021 as a baseline. Long-term goals include reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by FY2040, with a further commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% and Scope 3 emissions by 90% from their respective baselines by the same year. Tokyo Electron is also focused on increasing its sourcing of renewable electricity from 2% in FY2018 to 100% by FY2030, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action within the semiconductor industry.

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2014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
10,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
151,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
3,566,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Tokyo Electron is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Tokyo Electron 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.

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

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