- Global risk uncertainties increased, including the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Russia-Ukraine war, geopolitical economic conflicts, global high inflation, and extreme weather events.
- Accelerating uncertainties due to economic, environmental, geopolitical, social, and technological challenges.
- Lack of access to new technologies and products developed with clean technologies.
- Potential for integrity breaches among senior executives and employees.
WT Microelectronics Co., Ltd.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, WT Microelectronics Co., Ltd. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 3.2K tonnes CO2e (location-based) / 3147.15 tonnes CO2e (market-based). By scope: Scope 1: 315.60 tonnes CO2e; Scope 2: 2.5K tonnes CO2e; Scope 3: 373.40 tonnes CO2e. 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
3.2K tonnes CO2e (location-based) / 3147.15 tonnes CO2e (market-based)
2023
Renewable Energy
0.41% (Taiwan)
of total energy
Water Usage
21.32 million liters
2023
Waste
132.56 tons
2023
Energy Use
18.4K GJ (electricity)
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). | 315.60 tonnes CO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 2.5K tonnes CO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 373.40 tonnes CO2e |
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 | 3.2K tonnes CO2e (location-based) / 3147.15 tonnes CO2e (market-based) |
| 2022 | 2.8K tonnes CO2e |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced scopes 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 3.49% relative to 2022.
- 100% completion of GHG inventory across all operating bases in 2023.
- 100% localization in general procurement in Taiwan and 99.9% in China.
- Installation of a rooftop solar power generation system in the Shanghai office.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce GHG emissions by 3-5% annually starting from 2024.
- Revenue contribution from Taiwan Sustainable Taxonomy activities >12% by 2024.
- RBA audit pass rate among vendors making up 95% of procurement amount ≥ 80%.
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce scopes 1 and 2 GHG emissions to 50% of the 2022 level by 2035.
- Revenue contribution from Taiwan Sustainable Taxonomy activities >15% by 2026.
- RBA audit pass rate among vendors making up 95% of procurement amount ≥ 90%.
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve net zero emissions by 2050.
- Revenue contribution from Taiwan Sustainable Taxonomy activities >20% by 2030.
- Introduction of system-level solutions by 2030, including green energy, energy storage.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Environmental PerformanceSocial PerformanceGovernance Performance