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X-FAB's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2025, 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) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 - 2017 |
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Total Scope 1 | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  b | 0000000 |
Total Scope 2 | ||||
Market-Based | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  | 0000000 |
Location-Based | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  b | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  b | 0000000 |
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Insights into X-FAB's Operational Emissions
In 2025, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of X-FAB amounted to 185,566 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 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of X-FAB decreased by 5.94%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its 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 2025, the total Scope 1 emissions of X-FAB were 77,693 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Has X-FAB reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2021, X-FAB's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 38.78%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ab
Compared to the previous year (2024), X-FAB's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 10.26%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a
What are X-FAB's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2025, X-FAB reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 100,678 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 107,873 tCO₂e 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 increased by 14.52%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.ab
Compared to the previous year (2024), 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 2025, X-FAB reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a
X-FAB's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
Insights into X-FAB's Value Chain Emissions
In 2025, X-FAB reported 308,911 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 2025 disclosure of X-FAB includes a breakdown across 8 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2024, 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 2025, X-FAB reported total Scope 3 emissions of 308,911 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
Compared to the previous year (2024), X-FAB's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that X-FAB's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does X-FAB disclose?
In 2025, 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 2025, the largest contributors to X-FAB's Scope 3 emissions were:a
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 193,775 tCO₂e (62.73%)
- Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 63,381 tCO₂e (20.52%)
- Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 38,262 tCO₂e (12.39%)
X-FAB's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into X-FAB’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2025, X-FAB reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 77,693 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 870 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 89.28 tCO₂e 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 2025, X-FAB reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 89.28 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 0.66, 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 2025, X-FAB ranked 19 out of 22 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e 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 2025, X-FAB reported a total carbon footprint of 494,477 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 4.5% decrease compared to 2024, 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 62.47% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 21.82%.a