The European semiconductor industry takes a leading and proactive approach to our Environment Safety and Health (ESH) responsibilities, anticipating and preventing problems rather than having to correct them. As stakeholders in society and corporate citizens in Europe, the industry is keenly aware that fulfilling our ESH responsibilities are a normal function of a responsible industry. The European industry has an excellent ESH performance record and will continue to be proactive in these areas. In accordance with scientific findings and technological improvement, we make continuous investments in support of our commitments. We maintain a safe and healthy work environment for our employees and promote safe and health conscious working practices. European manufacturing sites have audited environmental management systems in place such as ISO 14001. We promote international cooperation in our industry regarding chemical management, utilizing scientific evidence, health assessment and risk assessment as the basis for effective workplace protection.

Our semiconductor products are the key enabler for improved energy consumption and performance across a wide range, of everyday technology applications in society. These applications in the field of industrial operations, consumer electronics, office products and energy devices have contributed to improved energy efficiency for positive societal change. The industry is focussed on constantly delivering products that provide increased functionality alongside improved energy performance. The European industry recognises that improved energy efficiency is one essential answer in the fight against global warming and is committed to playing our part through energy efficiency in our products.