German President Steinmeier visited Infineon in Kulim, Malaysia to highlight the company’s commitment to energy-efficient semiconductor solutions and reducing CO2 emissions in chip manufacturing, as part of his trip to Asia. Infineon is committed to contributing positively to the climate by promoting sustainability and energy efficiency in its operations.
Infineon is investing heavily in the development of energy-efficient compound semiconductors that are based on new materials like silicon carbide and gallium nitrite. The company is currently building a new plant in Kulim, Malaysia, at a cost of two billion euros, which will focus on manufacturing these semiconductors. These innovative semiconductors are essential for various energy-saving solutions like wind turbines, solar power systems, e-vehicles, and charging infrastructures. They play a critical role in the global transition to cleaner energy, and Infineon is at the forefront of this revolution.
The Kulim 3 plant is expected to be ready for equipment installation by the summer of 2024, and the company has confirmed that the construction work is on schedule. Once operational, the plant is expected to generate 900 jobs, creating employment opportunities for the local community.
The company aims to operate all of its plants in Malaysia with green electricity in the future and is working closely with local suppliers and the government to achieve this goal. This initiative will further reduce Infineon’s carbon footprint and enhance its positive impact on the environment.
Infineon’s energy-efficient solutions play a central role in the transition towards renewable energy and sustainable technologies. These solutions are used in various applications such as wind turbines, solar power systems, e-vehicles, and charging infrastructures. According to Infineon, its energy-efficient solutions help save 33 times the amount of CO2 emitted during their production.
C.S. Chua, President and Managing Director of Infineon Asia Pacific, emphasized the company’s commitment to decarbonization and digitalization. He stated that the growing demand for renewable energy, e-vehicles, and energy-efficient applications will lead to a strong increase in the demand for power semiconductors. Infineon’s investments in Kulim and other locations are laying the foundation for the company to serve this growing need.
