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Visual Photonics Epitaxy Sustainability Profile

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Visual Photonics Epitaxy Co., Ltd. (VPEC), headquartered in Taiwan, is a leading player in the semiconductor industry, specialising in advanced epitaxial growth technologies. Founded in 2001, VPEC has established itself as a key provider of high-quality compound semiconductor materials, particularly for optoelectronic applications. With a strong operational presence in Asia and beyond, VPEC focuses on delivering unique products such as Gallium Nitride (GaN) and Indium Phosphide (InP) wafers, which are essential for high-performance devices in telecommunications and LED lighting. The company’s commitment to innovation and quality has positioned it as a trusted partner for major global manufacturers, earning recognition for its contributions to the development of cutting-edge photonic technologies.

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22

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Mean score of companies in the Electricity from Other Sources 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Visual Photonics Epitaxy's score of 22 is lower than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Visual Photonics Epitaxy's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Visual Photonics Epitaxy, headquartered in Taiwan (TW), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15,537,330 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2, alongside 2,680,760 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a slight increase in Scope 3 emissions from 2,655,690 kg CO2e in 2022, while Scope 1 and 2 emissions also rose from 15,147,890 kg CO2e in the previous year. The company has set ambitious long-term reduction targets, aiming to limit its combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions to 8,000 metric tons CO2e by 2040. This target represents a significant reduction of approximately 47% from current levels, achieved through the implementation of renewable energy initiatives and energy storage solutions. These commitments underscore Visual Photonics Epitaxy's dedication to addressing its carbon footprint and contributing to climate action. As of now, there are no SBTi targets or additional climate pledges reported, and emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization.

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How Carbon Intensive is Visual Photonics Epitaxy's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Visual Photonics Epitaxy's primary industry is Electricity from Other Sources, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Visual Photonics Epitaxy's Location?

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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. This request for Visual Photonics Epitaxy is in TW, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Visual Photonics Epitaxy'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.

Visual Photonics Epitaxy has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. 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
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