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X-FAB's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2024, X-FAB 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).
X-FAB has also provided a category-level breakdown for 8 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 - 2017 |
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Total Scope 1 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Location-Based | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Insights into X-FAB's Operational Emissions
In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ofX-FAB amounted to178,610metric 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 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of X-FABincreased by 5.6%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations.a
X-FAB's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are X-FAB's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of X-FAB were 86,635 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).a
Has X-FAB reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2021, X-FAB's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 31.73%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.a
Compared to the previous year(2023), X-FAB's Scope 1 emissions increased by 16.1%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations.a
What are X-FAB's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2024, X-FAB reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 91,975 tCOâ‚‚e using the location-based method.a
Has X-FAB reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2021, X-FAB's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based)have remained relatively stable, indicating that X-FAB's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.a
Compared to the previous year(2023), X-FAB's Scope 2 emissions(Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that X-FAB's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.a
What methodology does X-FAB use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2024, X-FAB reported its Scope 2 emissions using the location-based method.a
X-FAB's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
Insights into X-FAB's Value Chain Emissions
In 2024, X-FAB reported 808,625 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a
The 2024 disclosure of X-FAB includes a breakdown across 8of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol,matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a
X-FAB's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are X-FAB's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, X-FAB reported total Scope 3 emissions of 808,625 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).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
Compared to the previous year (2023), X-FAB's Scope 3 emissions decreased by 23.75%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower indirect emissions from its value chain.a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does X-FAB disclose?
In 2024, X-FAB reported emissions for 8 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 X-FAB's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, the largest contributors to X-FAB's Scope 3 emissions were:a
- Downstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 9): 289,056 tCOâ‚‚e(35.86%)
- Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 207,059 tCOâ‚‚e(25.69%)
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 178,069 tCOâ‚‚e(22.09%)
X-FAB's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into X-FAB’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2024, X-FAB reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 86,635 tCOâ‚‚e and total revenues of USD 701 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 123.63 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD.a
X-FAB's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does X-FAB's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2024, X-FAB reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 123.63 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 0.79, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a
Where does X-FAB rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2024, X-FAB ranked 20 out of 22 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD).a
This places X-FAB among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector.a
Insights into X-FAB's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2024, X-FAB reported a total carbon footprint of 987,235 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 19.71% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output.a
The largest contributor to X-FAB's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 81.91% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 9.32%.a