Winbond Electronics Corporation, commonly known as Winbond, is a leading semiconductor manufacturer headquartered in Taiwan (TW). Established in 1987, the company has made significant strides in the memory IC industry, specialising in DRAM and Flash memory products. With a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and North America, Winbond serves a diverse range of sectors, including consumer electronics, automotive, and industrial applications. Winbond's core offerings include a variety of memory solutions, such as Serial NOR Flash, DRAM, and specialty memory products, distinguished by their reliability and performance. The company has achieved notable market recognition, positioning itself as a key player in the global semiconductor landscape. With a commitment to innovation and quality, Winbond continues to drive advancements in memory technology, catering to the evolving needs of its customers.
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In 2023, Winbond Electronics Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 44149000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 356535000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions included approximately 340000 kg CO2e from business travel, 3784000 kg CO2e from employee commuting, 206836000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services, 2408000 kg CO2e from waste generated in operations, and 1181000 kg CO2e from upstream transportation and distribution. Winbond has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. The company has established short-term (by 2030), medium-term (by 2040), and long-term (by 2050) net-zero goals, reflecting a comprehensive sustainability strategy. These targets encompass all scopes of emissions, demonstrating Winbond's commitment to addressing its carbon footprint across its operations. The company is also aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), having committed to long-term net-zero targets. This commitment underscores Winbond's proactive approach to climate action within the semiconductor industry, where emissions reduction is critical for sustainable growth.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 53,271,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
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