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Soitec

Soitec, a leading innovator in semiconductor materials, is headquartered in France and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and North America. Founded in 1992, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the development of silicon-on-insulator (SOI) technology, which is crucial for enhancing the performance of electronic devices. Soitec's core offerings include advanced substrates for microelectronics, power electronics, and photonics, setting them apart with their unique Smart Cut™ technology. This proprietary process allows for the production of high-quality wafers that significantly improve energy efficiency and performance in various applications. With a strong market position, Soitec has achieved notable milestones, including partnerships with major semiconductor manufacturers and a commitment to sustainability in its operations. The company continues to drive innovation in the semiconductor industry, positioning itself as a key player in the global market.

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54

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Furniture 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Soitec's score of 54 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Soitec's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Soitec reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 263,773,000 kg CO2e across all scopes, with specific emissions of about 6,232,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 15,483,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for the majority of their total emissions. Soitec has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 25.2% by 2026, using a 2020 baseline of 22,833 tCO2e, targeting a reduction to about 17,079 tCO2e. Additionally, the company is committed to reducing its Scope 3 emissions by 35.3% per million Euros of value added within the same timeframe. Looking further ahead, Soitec aims for an absolute reduction of 37% in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 compared to the 2020 baseline. The company is on track to achieve these targets, reflecting its commitment to sustainability and climate action within the semiconductor industry.

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Scope 1
4,160,000
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Scope 2
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00,000,000
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Scope 3
149,118,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Soitec's primary industry is Furniture; other manufactured goods n.e.c. (36), 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. This request for Soitec is in FR, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Soitec is participating in some of the initiatives that 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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