Pioneering Sustainability in Semiconductor Manufacturing: The Path to a Greener Future
Originally held on September 21, 2023
Now available for On Demand viewing
Overview:
The semiconductor industry plays a vital role in manufacturing components for the technologies we rely on daily – from smartphones to smart cars. As technology continues to advance at an unprecedented rate, the need for responsible and sustainable semiconductor manufacturing strategies are increasingly critical. Join Celeste Crystal, Director of Sustainability at Samsung Semiconductor, to learn more about strategies that can help conserve one of the most valuable elements in semiconductor production and the largest natural and irreplaceable resources on the planet – water.
During this session, Celeste will address the current challenges in semiconductor sustainability and explore innovative approaches for reducing energy consumption and mitigating the extensive use of water in semiconductor production. The webinar will focus on the three key pillars of Samsung Semiconductor’s global sustainability initiative, designed to build a sustainable future, including:
- Gain a firsthand understanding of Samsung’s diligent approach to water recycling and the ambitious goals set forth to nurture a sustainable future.
- Explore strategies to minimize waste generation, including water recycling and reusing materials, to foster a circular economy.
- Discover Samsung Semiconductor’s challenging yet invigorating goal of achieving water intake in 2030 mirrors that of 2021, brought to life through innovative technology and community collaborations.
Presented by:
Celeste Crystal
Director, Sustainability
Samsung Semiconductor, Inc.
Celeste Crystal is Director of Sustainability at Samsung Semiconductor, Inc., driving sustainability initiatives across its market-leading Memory Division in the United States.
Celeste has over two decades of experience in the semiconductor industry, driving product strategy across consumer, mobile and data center segments. She has been instrumental in launching of industry-leading memory and storage products for some of Silicon Valley’s most influential brands.
A strong communicator skilled at establishing a shared vision and fostering a culture of collaboration to achieve results, Celeste focuses on bringing Samsung’s sustainability strategies to action as a catalyst for innovation and change.
Celeste holds an MBA degree from University of California, Davis and a B.A. degree in History from University of California, Santa Cruz.
Moderated by:
Pete Singer
Editor-in-Chief
Semiconductor Digest
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