- Global economic downturn due to geopolitical factors and slower-than-expected economic recovery in China
- Shortages of Wi-Fi main chips
- Lower-than-expected recovery demand in the post-pandemic Chinese market
- Russo-Ukrainian War
- Israeli–Palestinian conflict
- Supply chain inventory adjustments in 2022
- Climate change risks (transition risks, physical risks)
- Increased costs of raw materials and energy resources
RichWave Technology Corporation
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, RichWave Technology Corporation disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 554.7 tCO2e (Scope 2). By scope: Scope 1: 29.0359 tCO2e; Scope 2: 554.6735 tCO2e; Scope 3: 218.9705 tCO2e. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
554.7 tCO2e (Scope 2)
2023
Water Usage
4.00 ML
2023
Waste
12.4667 tonnes
2023
Energy Use
991.5K kWh
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 29.0359 tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 554.6735 tCO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 218.9705 tCO2e |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 554.7 tCO2e (Scope 2) |
| 2021 | 556.2 tCO2e |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Energy Use Intensity (EUI) was 5% lower than the previous year, surpassing the original annual goal of decreasing by 0.6%
- Reduced external electricity purchases by 51,768 kWh, equivalent to lowering 25.5734 tCO2e GHG emissions
- Waste emissions decreased by 39.35% from 2022
- Scope 2 GHG emissions were 554.7 tCO2e, 4.5% less than in 2022
- No penalties for violating environmental regulations in 2023
- 100% of main suppliers received ISO 14001, ISO 9001, and IATF 16949 certifications
- 100% of materials met RoHS, halogen-free, and REACH requirements
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce electricity consumption, GHG emissions, and waste by 3% within 5 years
📅 Medium-term
- Lower WUI by 2% before 2030 compared to 2023
- Increase renewable energy utilization to 3% by 2030
- Use up to 18,000 kWh of renewable energy by 2025
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero emissions by 2050
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Corporate GovernanceEnvironmental SustainabilityEmployee Well-beingSocial Responsibility