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Wafer Works Sustainability Profile

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Wafer Works Corporation, commonly referred to as Wafer Works, is a leading player in the semiconductor industry, headquartered in Taiwan (TW). Founded in 1999, the company has established itself as a key provider of high-quality silicon wafers and related services, catering to a diverse range of applications in electronics and optoelectronics. With a strong operational presence across Asia and beyond, Wafer Works is renowned for its advanced manufacturing processes and commitment to innovation. The company’s core offerings include polished wafers, epitaxial wafers, and other specialised products that stand out for their precision and reliability. Wafer Works has achieved significant milestones, including strategic partnerships and expansions that have solidified its market position. As a trusted supplier, the company continues to drive advancements in semiconductor technology, contributing to the evolving landscape of the electronics industry.

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41

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services 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

Wafer Works's score of 41 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Wafer Works's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Wafer Works, headquartered in Taiwan (TW), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 69,839,880 kg CO2e. This figure includes 3,868,770 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 60,904,320 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 5,066,940 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company's emissions have shown a notable decrease from 2022, where total emissions were about 88,380,420 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 7,999,470 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 71,602,860 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 8,778,090 kg CO2e. Wafer Works has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported. The company has consistently reported emissions across all three scopes since 2021, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact. The reduction in emissions from 2022 to 2023 reflects ongoing efforts to manage and mitigate carbon output, although specific strategies or targets have not been detailed.

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6,021,700
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Scope 2
37,574,870
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Scope 3
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0,000,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Wafer Works's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Wafer Works'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 Wafer Works is in TW, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Wafer Works'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.

Wafer Works 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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