United Microelectronics Corp
United Microelectronics's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2023, United Microelectronics 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).
United Microelectronics has also provided a category-level breakdown for 11 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
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Insights into United Microelectronics's Operational Emissions
In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of United Microelectronics amounted to 2,145,763 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).
Compared to 2022, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of United Microelectronics decreased by 18.22%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.
United Microelectronics's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are United Microelectronics's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of United Microelectronics were 509,555 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).
Has United Microelectronics reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2019, United Microelectronics's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 46.5%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.
Compared to the previous year (2022), United Microelectronics's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 41.16%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.
What are United Microelectronics's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2023, United Microelectronics reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,636,208 tCOâ‚‚e without specifying the calculation method.
Has United Microelectronics reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2019, United Microelectronics's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) have remained relatively stable, indicating that United Microelectronics 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.
Compared to the previous year (2022), United Microelectronics's Scope 2 emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) have remained relatively stable, indicating that United Microelectronics 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.
What methodology does United Microelectronics use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2023, United Microelectronics reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology.
United Microelectronics's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)
Insights into United Microelectronics's Value Chain Emissions
In 2023, United Microelectronics reported 1,893,167 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.
The 2023 disclosure of United Microelectronics includes a breakdown across 11 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 chain
United Microelectronics's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are United Microelectronics's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, United Microelectronics reported total Scope 3 emissions of 1,893,167 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).
Approximately 77.79% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 22.21% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.
Has United Microelectronics reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2019, United Microelectronics's Scope 3 emissions have remained relatively stable, indicating that United Microelectronics 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.
Compared to the previous year (2022), United Microelectronics's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that United Microelectronics 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does United Microelectronics disclose?
In 2023, United Microelectronics reported emissions for 11 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.
This reflects a high level of granularity and transparency in the company's emissions reporting.
What are the main sources of United Microelectronics's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, the largest contributors to United Microelectronics's Scope 3 emissions were:
- Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 529,617 tCOâ‚‚e (27.98%)
- Investments (Cat. 15): 411,892 tCOâ‚‚e (21.76%)
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 348,431 tCOâ‚‚e (18.4%)
United Microelectronics's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into United Microelectronics's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2023, United Microelectronics reported a total carbon footprint of 4,038,930 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 13.85% decrease compared to 2022, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output.
The largest contributor to United Microelectronics's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 46.87% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 40.51%.