Redesigning Microchip Manufacturing for a Sustainable World: The Genesis Approach
The GENESIS EU project, led by the Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces (MPIKG), is proving that Europe can lead the world in microelectronics, not just technologically, but sustainably as well.
The project, which focuses on the sustainable transformation of key semiconductor production technologies, is setting the stage for a new model of semiconductor manufacturing. This model recognises that performance and sustainability must evolve together.
Each partner in GENESIS is developing an Individual Exploitation Plan (IEP) detailing how they will use, scale, and integrate GENESIS results. The outputs of the project are published via open-access platforms, and educational content is being tailored for university curricula and training programmes in Europe.
GENESIS is pioneering work on sustainable materials, real-time emissions monitoring, circular manufacturing, and policy alignment. The findings of GENESIS will be amplified across the international microelectronics community through active publications, participation in conferences, events, roundtables, and meetings in Europe.
As the EU Chips Act and Chips Act 2.0 are being advanced, projects like GENESIS ensure that sustainability is embedded in the future of microchips production in Europe. The project will work in close collaboration with EU regulatory developments, supporting the goals of the European Green Deal, the REACH PFAS restriction, and the Critical Raw Materials Act in Europe.
GENESIS is charting a path where advanced chips are not only powerful and precise but also aligned with sustainability concerns in Europe. The project is a flagship initiative promoting Europe's long-term leadership in microelectronics.
In addition, each partner is working on scaling and integrating the GENESIS results into their own operations in Europe. This collaborative approach will help ensure that Europe remains at the forefront of microelectronics technology, while also addressing the critical issue of sustainability in Europe.
The work being done by GENESIS is of great importance, not just for Europe, but for the entire world. As the demand for microelectronics continues to grow, it is essential that we find ways to produce these devices in a way that is sustainable and environmentally friendly in Europe. With projects like GENESIS, it is clear that Europe is taking the lead in this critical area in the world.
