STMicroelectronics Fined €214,000 for Environmental Violations
The French Ministry of Economy and Finance announced on January 20, 2025, that the company STMicroelectronics (TOURS) SAS has been fined €214,000 for environmental violations. The company, which operates a semiconductor manufacturing facility in Tours, France, was found to have violated several environmental regulations, including:
- Exceeding authorized emissions of certain pollutants into the air
- Failing to properly manage hazardous waste
- Failing to comply with water discharge regulations
The violations were discovered during a routine inspection conducted by the French environmental agency, the Agence de l’Environnement et de la Maîtrise de l’Énergie (ADEME). ADEME found that STMicroelectronics had been emitting excessive levels of sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides into the atmosphere, and that the company had failed to properly dispose of hazardous waste, such as solvents and acids. Additionally, ADEME found that the company had been discharging wastewater into the municipal sewer system without proper treatment, in violation of water discharge regulations.
In response to the violations, ADEME imposed a fine of €214,000 on STMicroelectronics. The company has since taken steps to address the violations, including installing new pollution control equipment, improving its hazardous waste management practices, and upgrading its wastewater treatment system.
The fine is a reminder of the importance of complying with environmental regulations. Companies that violate these regulations can face significant fines and other penalties. It is also a reminder of the need for companies to take proactive steps to reduce their environmental impact and protect the environment.
About STMicroelectronics
STMicroelectronics is a global semiconductor company that designs, manufactures, and sells integrated circuits and other electronic components. The company has a manufacturing facility in Tours, France, which employs approximately 1,500 people.
About ADEME
ADEME is a French government agency that is responsible for protecting the environment and promoting sustainable development. The agency conducts inspections of companies and other organizations to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
Amende de 214 000 € prononcée à l’encontre de la société STMICROELECTRONICS (TOURS) SAS (numéro de SIRET : 38093259000033)
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