- Global semiconductor industry downturn leading to reduced customer orders and revenue.
- Supply chain disruptions due to Gallium export restrictions by China.
- High energy pricing.
IQE plc
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, IQE plc disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 19.6K tCO2e. By scope: Scope 1: 2.8K tCO2e; Scope 2: 15.1K tCO2e; Scope 3: 1.8K 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
19.6K tCO2e
2023
Water Usage
134.1K m3
2023
Waste
2.0K tons
2023
Energy Use
67.8M 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). | 2.8K tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 15.1K tCO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 1.8K 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 | 19.6K tCO2e |
| 2022 | 22.2K tCO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- 13.51% reduction in absolute emissions (five-year rolling average) compared to 2021 baseline (Scope 1 & 2).
- 100% recycling of GaAs and InP wafer waste.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Submit Scope 1, 2, and 3 targets to SBTi by end of May 2024.
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve 2028 SBTi targets.
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero emissions by 2050.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I)Supply Chain ManagementEmployee WellbeingHealth and Safety