The SDGs set by the United Nations define global sustainable development priorities and aspirations for 2030.
As a multinational company, we believe we have a responsibility and a role to play in helping to achieve these goals.
We protect the planet
We commit to mitigating our impact on the environment and reaching carbon neutrality by 2027.
Water. -76% per unit of production vs 1994.
Waste. 90% reused, recovered, recycled in 2021.
Energy. 51% renewable electricity in 2021.
Our first environmental report was issued in 1998... And it set our vision to be recognized as a leader in environmental care.
View our Sustainability reportsCommitted to carbon neutrality
Committed to carbon neutrality
We aim to be carbon neutral by 2027. Our roadmap includes the reduction of our direct and indirect greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in compliance with the Paris Agreement’s 1.5°C scenario and the sourcing of 100% renewable energy. Our targets have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative.
Watch the video about carbon neutrality- Reduceour direct emissions.
- Investin energy savings.
- Userenewable energy.
- Minimizeour indirect emissions from transportation.
- Offsetremaining emissions.
Water
Optimizing our water management
For over 3 decades, we have adopted a comprehensive management approach that includes water stress assessment, conservation programs, water efficiency as well as wastewater treatment before discharge in the natural environment.
For over 3 decades, we have adopted a comprehensive management approach that includes water stress assessment, conservation programs, water efficiency as well as wastewater treatment before discharge in the natural environment.
SG #13 20% reduction of water consumption per wafer by 2025 vs 2016.
SG #13 20 % reduction of water consumption per wafer by 2025 vs 2016.
SG #14 ≥50% of the water we use recycled each year.
SG #14 ≥50 % of the water we use recycled each year.
Waste
Striving for zero waste and promoting circular economy
Our waste management strategy is based on the proper classification, separation, and safe disposal of waste. This waste includes hazardous substances, metals, packing, plastics, effluents and other nonbiodegradable materials. Wherever possible, we give priority to reduction, reuse, recycling and recovery over incineration and landfill.
Our waste management strategy is based on the proper classification, separation, and safe disposal of waste.
This waste includes hazardous substances, metals, packing, plastics, effluents and other nonbiodegradable materials. Wherever possible, we give priority to reduction, reuse, recycling and recovery over incineration and landfill.
SG #15 <3% of waste landfilled each year.
SG #15 <3 % of waste landfilled each year.
SG #16 95% of waste reused or recycled by 2025.
SG #16 95 % of waste reused or recycled by 2025.
Chemicals
Reducing and substituting chemicals
We are committed to zero hazardous waste in landfill, using innovation to replace hazardous materials and to identify reuse and recycling whenever possible.
We also conduct regular internal Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) audits and risk assessments, as we work to anticipate upcoming legislation.
We also conduct regular internal Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) audits and risk assessments, as we work to anticipate upcoming legislation.
