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Meyer Burger Technology AG

Common Name
Meyer Burger Technology
Country
Switzerland
Sector
Technology
Industry
Solar
Employees
1,100
Ticker
M6Y
Exchange
Börse Stuttgart
Description
Meyer Burger Technology AG is a Switzerland-based technology company specializing in the photovoltaic industry, producing high-efficiency solar cells and modules. Founded in 1953 in Hünibach by Hans M...

Meyer Burger Technology's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2023, Meyer Burger Technology completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

Meyer Burger Technology has also provided a category-level breakdown for 6 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

Metric (tCO2e)2023202220212020-2019
Total Scope 1
305a
327a
N/A
Total Scope 2
Market-Based
92a
6a
N/A
Location-Based
18,279a
13,770a
N/A
Total Scope 3
449,295a
N/AN/A
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
1.9002a
2.0531a
N/A
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a. Meyer Burger Technology's Annual Report 2023
b. Meyer Burger Technology's Annual Report 2020

Insights into Meyer Burger Technology's Operational Emissions

In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Meyer Burger Technology amounted to 18,584 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2).a

Compared to 2022, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Meyer Burger Technology increased by 31.83%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations.a

Meyer Burger Technology's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20192020202220230200400600800tCO2e+2%-51%-7%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Meyer Burger Technology's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of Meyer Burger Technology were 305 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Meyer Burger Technology reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Meyer Burger Technology's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 53.79%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year (2022), Meyer Burger Technology's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 6.73%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a

What are Meyer Burger Technology's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2023, Meyer Burger Technology reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 92 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 18,279 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a

Has Meyer Burger Technology reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Compared to the previous year (2022), Meyer Burger Technology's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) rose by 32.75% in 2023, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from purchased electricity and energya

What methodology does Meyer Burger Technology use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2023, Meyer Burger Technology reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a

Meyer Burger Technology's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

2022202305 k10 k15 k20 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Meyer Burger Technology's Value Chain Emissions

In 2023, Meyer Burger Technology reported 449,295 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a

The 2023 disclosure of Meyer Burger Technology includes a breakdown across 6 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, up from 0 in 2022, reflecting improved emissions accounting practices and greater transparency across the company's value chaina

Meyer Burger Technology's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

2019202020230150 k300 k450 k600 ktCO2e-58%+64085%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Meyer Burger Technology's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2023, Meyer Burger Technology reported total Scope 3 emissions of 449,295 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

Has Meyer Burger Technology reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Meyer Burger Technology's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 26,884.68%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.ab

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Meyer Burger Technology disclose?

In 2023, Meyer Burger Technology reported emissions for 6 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a

This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.

What are the main sources of Meyer Burger Technology's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2023, the largest contributors to Meyer Burger Technology's Scope 3 emissions were:a

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 432,705 tCO₂e (96.31%)
  • Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 9,009 tCO₂e (2.01%)
  • Downstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 9): 4,828 tCO₂e (1.07%)

Meyer Burger Technology's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(96.3%)DownstreamTransportation andDistribution(Cat. 9)(1.1%)UpstreamTransportation andDistribution(Cat. 4)(2.0%)

Insights into Meyer Burger Technology’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2023, Meyer Burger Technology reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 305 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 161 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 1.9 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

Meyer Burger Technology's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

1002,00050,0001,000,00020,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)502001,0005,00020,000Revenues (Millions of USD)Xinte EnergyYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,822,141 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,907Scope 1 Intensity: 1,659.01 tCO2e/$MRisen EnergyYear: 2024Scope 1: 38,352 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,773Scope 1 Intensity: 13.83 tCO2e/$MSMA Solar TechnologyYear: 2025Scope 1: 2,352 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,782Scope 1 Intensity: 1.32 tCO2e/$MSunrunYear: 2024Scope 1: 44,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,038Scope 1 Intensity: 21.59 tCO2e/$MSolaredge TechnologiesYear: 2023Scope 1: 9,895 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,977Scope 1 Intensity: 3.32 tCO2e/$MFlat Glass GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,547,423 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,560Scope 1 Intensity: 1,776.39 tCO2e/$MHanwha SolutionsYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,778,449 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,446Scope 1 Intensity: 210.56 tCO2e/$MJA Solar TechnologyYear: 2024Scope 1: 107,171 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,608Scope 1 Intensity: 11.15 tCO2e/$MXinyi Solar HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,432,651 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,004Scope 1 Intensity: 1,808.64 tCO2e/$MShanghai Aiko Solar EnergyYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,807 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,528Scope 1 Intensity: 1.18 tCO2e/$MGCL SIYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,296 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,225Scope 1 Intensity: 0.58 tCO2e/$MTrina SolarYear: 2024Scope 1: 79,400 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,000Scope 1 Intensity: 7.22 tCO2e/$MPremier EnergiesYear: 2025Scope 1: 1,904 tCO2eRevenue: $M 763Scope 1 Intensity: 2.50 tCO2e/$MGCL Technology HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,423,445 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,069Scope 1 Intensity: 1,654.88 tCO2e/$MDMEGCYear: 2024Scope 1: 86,044 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,543Scope 1 Intensity: 33.84 tCO2e/$MJinko SolarYear: 2024Scope 1: 138,400 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,671Scope 1 Intensity: 10.92 tCO2e/$MTongweiYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,312,906 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,605Scope 1 Intensity: 183.49 tCO2e/$MWaaree EnergiesYear: 2025Scope 1: 357 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,691Scope 1 Intensity: 0.21 tCO2e/$MNextpowerYear: 2025Scope 1: 293 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,960Scope 1 Intensity: 0.10 tCO2e/$MNEXTDCYear: 2025Scope 1: 7,927 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,959Scope 1 Intensity: 2.68 tCO2e/$MFirst SolarYear: 2024Scope 1: 16,593 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,206Scope 1 Intensity: 3.94 tCO2e/$MSoltec Power HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,838 tCO2eRevenue: $M 339Scope 1 Intensity: 11.31 tCO2e/$MUnited Renewable EnergyYear: 2024Scope 1: 796 tCO2eRevenue: $M 177Scope 1 Intensity: 4.51 tCO2e/$MMeyer Burger TechnologyYear: 2023Scope 1: 305 tCO2eRevenue: $M 161Scope 1 Intensity: 1.90 tCO2e/$M

How does Meyer Burger Technology's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2023, Meyer Burger Technology reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 1.9 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 10.92, this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does Meyer Burger Technology rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2023, Meyer Burger Technology ranked 6 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

Meyer Burger Technology is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency.a

Insights into Meyer Burger Technology's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2023, Meyer Burger Technology reported a total carbon footprint of 467,879 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 3,219% increase compared to 2022, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.a

The largest contributor to Meyer Burger Technology's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 96.03% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 3.91%.a

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