Siltronic Sustainability Profile
Siltronic AG, a leading global manufacturer of silicon wafers, is headquartered in Germany and operates major facilities across Europe, Asia, and the United States. Founded in 1968, the company has established itself as a key player in the semiconductor industry, providing high-quality products that cater to the needs of various applications, including microelectronics and photovoltaics. Siltronic's core offerings include monocrystalline silicon wafers, which are renowned for their purity and performance. These wafers are essential for the production of integrated circuits and solar cells, setting Siltronic apart in a competitive market. The company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in wafer technology and sustainability initiatives, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for leading semiconductor manufacturers worldwide.
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Siltronic's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Siltronic AG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,784,032,000 kg CO2e, which includes 12,998,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 224,053,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions of approximately 2,556,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 823,688,000 kg CO2e from upstream transportation and distribution and 1,723,293,000 kg CO2e from downstream transportation and distribution. In 2023, the company recorded total emissions of about 3,457,810,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 11,601,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at 243,390,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were approximately 2,000,000,000 kg CO2e. Siltronic has set strategic targets to reduce its specific energy consumption by an average of 1.5% per year for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from 2023 to 2025. Additionally, the company has committed to long-term net-zero targets, aiming for significant reductions across all scopes by 2050, as part of its Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments. The company’s emissions data is self-reported and does not appear to be cascaded from a parent organization. Siltronic AG is actively working towards enhancing its sustainability practices within the semiconductor industry, focusing on energy efficiency and emissions reduction.
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| 2015 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 12,501,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 282,549,000 | 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 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Siltronic's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Siltronic's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 20% last year and increased by approximately 37% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Downstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 68% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Siltronic'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.
Siltronic 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.
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