Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is a leading-edge foundry producing microchips for companies such as Apple, Qualcomm and NVIDIA. TSMC currently produces chips at the smallest node of 3nm, and is set to produce chips at 2nm as part of its roadmap.

TSMC operates significantly in Taiwan, but is also active in China and other geographies. In 2021, TSMC announced an investment for a leading-edge fab in Japan, and it is also currently constructing a $40 billion fab in Arizona, USA.

TSMC, Bosch, Infineon Technologies and NXP Semiconductors announced they plan to jointly invest in European Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (ESMC) in Dresden, Germany. The joint venture will be 70% owned by TSMC, with the other three companies each holding a 10% stake. The 300mm fab will support automotive and industrial sectors at 28/22nm and 16/12nm nodes. The exact investment figure is yet to be confirmed. Additionally, TSMC signed an agreement with Germany’s Saxony regional government and Dresden University of Technology to launch a program to nurture talent for the semiconductor industry. 

Water Strategy

TSMC has a 2030 target of reducing unit water consumption by 30% (measured as liters per 12-inch equivalent mask layer). TSMC also has specific targets relating to water pollution, aiming to achieve cleaner water than what is mandated by regulations.