Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environmental
• Social
• Governance

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced energy consumption per ton of silicon from approximately 680 GJ/t in 2000 to approximately 505 GJ/t in 2011 (electricity), and from 680 GJ/t to 523 GJ/t for total energy consumption.
• Reduced water consumption from 11.31 Mm3/year in 2006 to 9.67 Mm3/year in 2011 despite increased production.
• All emissions monitored in 2011 respected prescribed limits.

Social Achievements

• Completed construction of facilities for silicon production for the photovoltaic market ahead of schedule.
• Continued to respect the environment and related laws despite market challenges.

Governance Achievements

• Environmental and safety management system integrated and compliant with international standards and regulations.
• EMAS registered since 2002 (I-000121).

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Market downturn in the renewable energy sector, particularly photovoltaics, due to low-priced products from China and reduced incentives.
• Temporary suspension of polysilicon production and plant closure in Merano.

Mitigation Strategies

• Continued environmental compliance and reporting despite production suspension.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Vendor rating based on technical, economic, quality, and environmental requirements; EMAS registration or ISO 14001 certification considered.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: EMAS

Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 9001