- Global supply chain disruptions due to global and regional conflicts, post-pandemic constrained labor markets and increased global demand
- Increased demand for energy and carbon-efficient technology
- Managing risks related to the use of hazardous and restricted substances
Veeco Instruments Inc.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Veeco Instruments Inc. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 16.4 MT CO2e / $M Revenue (Scope 1 & 2). By scope: Scope 3: 44.8K metric tons CO2e (air travel only). 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
16.4 MT CO2e / $M Revenue (Scope 1 & 2)
2023
Renewable Energy
37.7% (US)
of total energy
Water Usage
31.7 megaliters/year (US)
2023
Waste
Data not fully comprehensive, only select hazardous, e-waste, and recycling streams reported. 57% of e-waste recycled in 2023.
2023
Energy Use
37.4 GWh/year (US)
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 44.8K metric tons CO2e (air travel only) |
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 | 16.4 MT CO2e / $M Revenue (Scope 1 & 2) |
| 2022 | 22.16 thousand metric tons CO2e (Scope 1 & 2) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced normalized emissions from heating and purchased electricity (scope 1 and 2) by 7% in the U.S. from a 2022 baseline
- Increased renewable energy share to 37.7% of total U.S. electricity consumption
- Expanded product chemical compliance program to cover 75% of Veeco major products
- Achieved 100% compliance with regulations for fluorinated gasses in refrigerants and chillers
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce normalized emissions from heating and purchased electricity (scope 1 and 2) by 10% in the U.S. by 2025
- Expand the product chemical compliance program to cover 90% of major Veeco products by 2025
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve 50% renewable energy for U.S. operations by 2030
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
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