ASML Holding N.V.
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2020, 2021, 2022)
Reporting Period: 2020
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Innovation ecosystem
- Energy-efficient products
- Circular use of materials
- Responsible supply chain
- Talent development
- Diverse and inclusive workplace
- Ethical business behavior
Environmental Achievements
- CO2 emissions footprint (scope 1 & 2) decreased by 30.8% to 15.4 kt
- Waste intensity decreased to 360 kg per €m revenue
- Material recycling rate increased to 85%
Social Achievements
- Employee engagement score increased to 80%
- Attrition rate decreased to 3.8%
- Community engagement of €4.0m
- ASML Foundation supported 22 projects
Governance Achievements
- 100% compliant average votes for independent Supervisory Board members
- 98.4% Annual General Meeting resolutions
Climate Goals & Targets
- Net zero emissions by 2050
- Achieve carbon neutrality in operations (scope 1 & 2) by 2025
- Reduce energy use per wafer pass of NXE systems by 60% by 2025
- Increase circular procurement practice by 2025
- Achieve 90% completion rate of RBA self-assessment by 2025
- Reduce waste intensity by 50% by 2025
- Increase material recycling to 85% by 2025
Environmental Challenges
- COVID-19 pandemic impact on operations, supply chain, and travel
- Geopolitical tensions and export control issues
- Competition for talent
- Increasing complexity of products and technology
- Narrow customer base
- Climate change risks
- Supply chain disruptions
- IP technology leadership pressure
- Data limitations or exclusions
Mitigation Strategies
- Implemented crisis management measures, remote support solutions, and cash preservation measures
- Close collaboration with customers and suppliers
- Investments in R&D and talent development
- Operational excellence initiatives
- Sustainability strategy and initiatives
- Risk management framework
- Supplier audits and responsible procurement practices
- Information security program
- Business continuity plans
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: No on-site audits in 2020 due to travel restrictions
Responsible Procurement
- RBA Code of Conduct
- Circular procurement practices
- Conflict-free minerals policy
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather conditions
- Chronic heat waves
- Rise of sea level
Transition Risks
- Increased environmental regulations
- Energy price increases
- Carbon taxes
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products
- Increased demand for sustainable solutions
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, TCFD
Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 4
- SDG 5
- SDG 8
- SDG 9
- SDG 10
- SDG 12
- SDG 13
Initiatives contribute to these goals through various programs and commitments
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- EUV systems with improved energy efficiency
- As-New program for parts reuse
Awards & Recognition
- 2020 Top Graduate Employers of China
- 2020 CHR award (ASML Taiwan)
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Energy efficiency & climate action
- Circular economy
- Attractive workplace for all
- Innovation ecosystem
- Responsible supply chain
- Integrated governance
- Stakeholder engagement
- Transparent reporting
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced EUV energy use per wafer pass by 37% compared to 2018 baseline
- Reduced system energy consumption by 6% for NXE:3600D compared to NXE:3400C
- 92% renewable electricity of total electricity purchased
- 77% material recycling rate
Social Achievements
- 78% employee engagement score
- 5.4% attrition rate
- €10.4m community engagement contribution
Governance Achievements
- 38% female members on the Board of Management
- 40% female members on the Supervisory Board
- Full compliance with Nasdaq diversity requirements
Climate Goals & Targets
- Net zero value chain emissions by 2040
- Net zero emissions in supply chain by 2030
- 90% completion rate of RBA SAQ by 2025
- Net zero CO2 emissions in operations (scope 1 and 2) by 2025
- Reduce waste intensity by 50% by 2025
- Increase material recycling rate to 85% by 2025
- Increase re-use rate to 95% of defective parts by 2025
- 10% reduction in EUV system energy consumption by 2025
- 60% reduction in EUV energy use per exposed wafer pass by 2025
- 100% renewable electricity by 2025
Environmental Challenges
- Strong growth leading to supply chain disruptions and material shortages
- Increased pressure on know-how and IP protection
- Geopolitical tensions impacting sales and operations
- COVID-19 pandemic affecting operations and supply chain
Mitigation Strategies
- Increased manufacturing capabilities and utilization rate
- Cycle time reduction
- Supplier support to mitigate shortages
- Improved compensation and recruiting
- Well-being programs
- Increased training and onboarding
- Internal control framework and assessments
- Information security investments and roadmap
- Cyber Defense Center
- Security incident response procedure
- Awareness and training programs
- IP rights management
- Monitoring geopolitical developments
- Export license applications
- Compliance with regulations
- Global advocacy collaboration
- Prioritizing employee health and safety
- Business continuity management plan
- Increased inventory
- Virtual remote support solutions
- Facilitating secure remote working
- Supporting employee well-being
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- RBA Code of Conduct
- RBA self-assessment questionnaire
- Supplier Sustainability Program
- Letter of Intent
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather events
- Supply chain disruptions
Transition Risks
- Increased regulations
- Energy price increases
- Carbon taxes
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, TCFD
Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 45001
Third-party Assurance: KPMG
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 4
- SDG 5
- SDG 8
- SDG 9
- SDG 11
- SDG 12
- SDG 13
- SDG 17
Initiatives contribute to these goals through education, gender equality, economic growth, innovation, sustainable cities, responsible consumption, climate action, and partnerships.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- EUV lithography systems (reducing patterning steps and energy consumption)
Awards & Recognition
- Berthold Leibinger Stiftung’s 2021 Innovation Prize
- Newsweek’s Most Loved Workplaces - top 100 ranking
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate change
- Energy transition
- Circular economy
- Attractive workplace
- Responsible supply chain
- Community engagement
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced scope 1 and 2 CO2e emissions despite sales growth.
- Improved scope 3 CO2e emissions intensity.
- Increased recycling rate (though slightly decreased from 2021 due to improved data accuracy).
- Increased re-use rate of parts.
- Significant savings from re-used parts (€781 million).
Social Achievements
- Welcomed 7,130 new employees.
- Maintained high employee engagement score (78%).
- Improved inclusion score (85%).
- Increased female inflow (24%).
- Supported numerous community engagement projects (€11.5 million total).
Governance Achievements
- Continued implementation of ESG strategy.
- Transparent reporting.
- Strong focus on responsible business practices.
- Continued improvement of ERM framework.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Net zero scope 3 emissions from product use by 2040.
- Net zero scope 3 upstream emissions by 2030.
- Zero waste to landfill or incineration by 2030.
- Net zero scope 1+2 emissions by 2025.
- Net zero scope 3 emissions from business travel and commuting by 2025.
- Reduce scope 3 CO2e emissions intensity to 1.02 by 2025.
- Reduce waste generation to 209 kg/€m revenue by 2025.
- Increase re-use rate to 95% by 2025.
Environmental Challenges
- Supply chain disruptions due to material shortages and geopolitical events.
- Meeting customer demand due to capacity constraints.
- Attracting and retaining talent in a competitive market.
- Achieving net-zero emissions targets.
- Managing waste and increasing recycling rates.
Mitigation Strategies
- Expanding manufacturing capacity.
- Improving supply chain flexibility.
- Investing in employee well-being and development.
- Implementing energy efficiency measures and renewable energy initiatives.
- Improving waste management processes and data accuracy.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- RBA Code of Conduct
- Supplier Sustainability Program
- Due diligence processes
- Conflict minerals management
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather events
Transition Risks
- Increased regulations and disclosure requirements
- Changes in energy prices and carbon taxes
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI
Certifications: ISO 14001
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 4
- SDG 8
- SDG 9
- SDG 11
- SDG 12
- SDG 13
ASML's initiatives contribute to these goals through various programs related to education, employment, innovation, sustainable cities, responsible consumption and production, and climate action.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Energy-efficient EUV systems