United Microelectronics Corp.’s (UMC) near-term, long-term, and net-zero targets have been officially validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), to be in line with the 1.5°C pathway. UMC is the first semiconductor foundry worldwide to receive approval for targets under this most stringent standard.

“UMC has been committed to climate action for more than two decades, laying a solid foundation for a net-zero future. In 2021, we joined the RE100 initiative and pledged to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. We’ve taken a multifaceted approach to reducing emissions, from expanding the use of renewable energy and improving energy efficiency to implementing low-carbon manufacturing processes. SBTi’s validation of our targets affirms UMC’s unwavering commitment to decarbonization and reflects our alignment with global efforts to address climate change. We will continue working closely with our value chain partners to build a sustainable future that balances environmental, social, and economic value,” said SC Chien, Co-President and Chief Sustainability Officer of UMC.

Launched by organizations including the United Nations Global Compact and CDP, the SBTi provides companies with a clearly defined path to reduce emissions in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement. UMC set its targets based on a 2020 baseline year and underwent SBTi’s rigorous review and validation process, resulting in the following approved targets:

United Microelectronics Corp.’s (UMC) near-term, long-term, and net-zero targets have been officially validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), to be in line with the 1.5°C pathway. UMC is the first semiconductor foundry worldwide to receive approval for targets under this most stringent standard.

“UMC has been committed to climate action for more than two decades, laying a solid foundation for a net-zero future. In 2021, we joined the RE100 initiative and pledged to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. We’ve taken a multifaceted approach to reducing emissions, from expanding the use of renewable energy and improving energy efficiency to implementing low-carbon manufacturing processes. SBTi’s validation of our targets affirms UMC’s unwavering commitment to decarbonization and reflects our alignment with global efforts to address climate change. We will continue working closely with our value chain partners to build a sustainable future that balances environmental, social, and economic value,” said SC Chien, Co-President and Chief Sustainability Officer of UMC.

Launched by organizations including the United Nations Global Compact and CDP, the SBTi provides companies with a clearly defined path to reduce emissions in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement. UMC set its targets based on a 2020 baseline year and underwent SBTi’s rigorous review and validation process, resulting in the following approved targets:

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