EFC Gases & Advanced Materials

Hopkinton,  MA 
United States
https://efcgases.com/

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• EFC Receives American Chemistry Council’s Sustainability Leadership Award (Jul 06, 2024)

  Hopkinton, Mass. (May 9, 2024)

  Today, the American Chemistry Council (ACC) honored EFC Gases & Advanced Materials with a 2024 Sustainability Leadership Award, which recognizes exemplary products, technologies, and initiatives that advance sustainability.

  EFC Gases & Advanced Materials received the award in the "Environmental Protection" category for its innovative Neon Gas Recycling System, which tackles a key environmental issue in semiconductor manufacturing. Neon is essential for deep-ultraviolet (DUV) lithography and plays a critical role in laser light production. However, the supply of neon has proven to be highly vulnerable to global shortages, and its cryogenic distillation from liquid air is energy-intensive with a large carbon footprint. EFC's system addresses the sustainability challenges by providing a solution that captures and recycles spent neon gas that is typically vented, thereby ensuring a stable neon supply, reducing carbon dioxide emissions through the offset of neon production, and minimizing resource waste. By recycling neon, fabs have the potential to reduce over one million metric tons of Scope 3 carbon dioxide emissions per facility over the next two decades. Such a reduction aligns with the semiconductor industry’s goal of achieving more sustainable manufacturing processes.

  Chris Jahn, President & CEO of ACC, praised the initiative, stating, "EFC's dedication to developing sustainable technologies and solutions not only enhances its own operations, but can also demonstrate a meaningful example for the industry to follow. ACC is delighted to acknowledge EFC Gases and Advanced Materials for its sustainability achievements, which are sure to inspire others in the field."

  The ACC’s Sustainability Leadership Awards honor member companies for their achievements and contributions to sustainability across four priority areas: Product Safety, Innovation & Transparency; Environmental Protection; Circularity; and Social Responsibility & Community Engagement. A judging panel comprised of external sustainability leaders from academia, nonprofit, and media sectors reviewed and selected the award winners, based on innovation, impact scope, and alignment with ACC's Sustainability Principles and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

  Pavel A. Perlov, President and CEO of EFC, reflected on the award, "Receiving the ACC's Sustainability Leadership Award is a profound honor. It reflects the persistent efforts and creativity of our entire team. Our Neon Gas Recycling System is a prime example of our commitment to environmental stewardship and operational efficiency and showcases our dedication to finding solutions that safeguard our planet."

  About ACC

  The American Chemistry Council (ACC) represents the leading companies engaged in the multibillion-dollar business of chemistry. ACC members apply the science of chemistry to make innovative products, technologies, and services that make people’s lives better, healthier, and safer. ACC is committed to improved environmental, health, safety, and security performance through Responsible Care®; common sense advocacy addressing major public policy issues; and health and environmental research and product testing. ACC members and chemistry companies are among the largest investors in research and development and are advancing products, processes, and technologies to address climate change, enhance air and water quality, and progress toward a more sustainable, circular economy.

  About EFC Gases & Advanced Materials

  EFC Gases & Advanced Materials supplies high-purity electronic and specialty gases, alongside other critical materials, supporting a broad spectrum of industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, aerospace, lighting, window fabrication, and electric utilities. Our commitment to excellence is underscored by rigorous global sourcing standards and state-of-the-art metrology processes, ensuring

  unparalleled product purity and integrity. Additionally, we offer tailored gas recovery and recycling systems, helping our clients achieve new levels of operational efficiency and sustainability. At the core of our mission is a dedication to transformative chemistry and technology, delivering solutions that advance both business and environmental goals. For more information on EFC, visit www.efcgases.com

• EFC Joins the Semiconductor Climate Consortium (SCC) to Advance Sustainability in Semiconductor Manufacturing (Jul 06, 2024)

  HOPKINTON, Mass., (May 1, 2024)

  EFC Gases & Advanced Materials, a leader in the development and supply of electronic and specialty gases and chemical precursors, is proud to announce its membership in the Semiconductor Climate Consortium (SCC), managed by SEMI®. This partnership underscores EFC's commitment to environmental sustainability and its dedication to reducing the ecological impact of semiconductor manufacturing. The SCC is an outgrowth of the SEMI® Sustainability Initiative and is the first global, ecosystem-wide effort to advance the semiconductor industry’s response to climate change. The SCC vision is to accelerate progressive climate action with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C as outlined in the Paris Agreement. As a new member, EFC will collaborate with other industry leaders to develop and implement new technologies and methodologies that aim to significantly curb carbon emissions and mitigate other environmental impacts of semiconductor production.

  "EFC’s commitment to sustainability is a core aspect of our corporate mission," said Pavel Perlov, President and CEO of EFC. "Joining the SCC allows us to share our innovative approaches—such as our neon gas recycling system—learn from our peers and help propel the entire semiconductor industry towards a more sustainable future."

  The consortium includes some of the world's most influential technology companies, and EFC is poised to play a vital role in this collective. Through this collaboration, EFC aims to not only enhance its own sustainable practices but also contribute to the industry-wide efforts to address climate change.

  "EFC's focus on developing low global warming potential (low-GWP) chemistries for critical etching applications will be valuable as we work together to achieve our environmental goals," stated Mousumi Bhat, Vice President of Sustainability at SEMI®. ”Their engagement with SCC is a significant step forward for our industry's commitment to the planet."

  EFC will begin participating in SCC working groups immediately, contributing to ongoing projects and initiatives aimed at reducing the environmental impact of semiconductor manufacturing. For more information about EFC's sustainability initiatives, please visit our website at www.efcgases.com.

  About SEMI®

  SEMI® is the global industry association connecting over 3,000 member companies and 1.5 million professionals worldwide across the semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain. We accelerate member collaboration on solutions to top industry challenges through Advocacy, Workforce Development, Sustainability, Supply Chain Management, and other programs. Our SEMICON® expositions and events, technology communities, standards, and market intelligence help advance our members’ business growth and innovations in design, devices, equipment, materials, services, and software, enabling smarter, faster, more secure electronics. Visit www.semi.org, contact a regional office, and connect with SEMI® on LinkedIn and X to learn more.

  About EFC Gases & Advanced Materials

  EFC Gases & Advanced Materials supplies high-purity electronic and specialty gases, alongside other critical materials, supporting a broad spectrum of industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, aerospace, lighting, window fabrication, and electric utilities. Our commitment to excellence is underscored by rigorous global sourcing standards and state-of-the-art metrology processes, ensuring unparalleled product purity and integrity. Additionally, we offer tailored gas recovery and recycling systems, helping our clients achieve new levels of operational efficiency and sustainability. At the core of our mission is a dedication to transformative chemistry and technology, delivering solutions that advance both business and environmental goals. For more information on EFC, visit www.efcgases.com.

• EFC Partners with Cornell's Nanoscale Science and Technology Facility to Develop Eco-Friendly Semiconductor Solutions (Jul 06, 2024)

  March 29, 2024

  EFC Gases & Advanced Materials has launched a collaborative research program with the Cornell NanoScale Science and Technology Facility (CNF) to explore sustainable alternatives for the semiconductor industry.

  The focus of this partnership is to evaluate low global warming potential (low-GWP) fluorocarbons as eco-friendly replacements for the currently used fluorocarbons (FCs) and hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) in critical etching applications. These incumbent gases, known for their negative environmental impact, are essential in semiconductor materials processing, yet there are no viable alternatives available.

  The Cornell NanoScale Science and Technology Facility, part of Research and Innovation at Cornell, is a premier open-user nanofabrication facility that provides state-of-the-art resources for research and product development in nanoscience and nanoengineering. As a member of the National Nanotechnology Coordinated Infrastructure (NNCI), CNF is recognized for its advanced capabilities in nanofabrication and its contribution to cutting-edge research.

  This research program, funded exclusively by EFC, aims to investigate the effectiveness of several low-GWP etching candidates for high aspect ratio (HAR) etching of silicon-based materials. Through a series of carefully designed experiments, the performance of these low-GWP candidates will be assessed against incumbent fluorocarbons such as FC-c318, octafluorocyclobutane (C₄F₈), and hydrofluorocarbons like HFC-23, trifluoromethane (CHF₃).

  The ultimate goal of this initiative is to develop efficient and sustainable etching processes for critical semiconductor materials, aligning with EFC's commitment to providing high-quality, environmentally friendly products to the electronics industry. This initiative is part of EFC's broader effort to introduce sustainable solutions and reduce the environmental impact of the semiconductor manufacturing process. With the collaboration of the Cornell NanoScale Science and Technology Facility, EFC aims to advance the frontier of sustainable semiconductor processing.

  About EFC Gases & Advanced Materials

  EFC Gases & Advanced Materials, your partner in progress, supplies high-purity electronic and specialty gases, alongside other critical materials, supporting a broad spectrum of industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, aerospace, lighting, window fabrication, and electric utilities. Our commitment to excellence is underscored by rigorous global sourcing standards and state-of-the-art metrology processes, ensuring unparalleled product purity and integrity. Additionally, we offer tailored gas recovery and recycling systems, helping our clients achieve new levels of operational efficiency and sustainability. At the core of our mission is a dedication to transformative chemistry and technology, delivering solutions that advance both business and environmental goals. For more information on EFC, visit www.efcgases.com.

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