Publication date:
March 29, 2024
Environmental Regulations to Affect Semiconductor Manufacturing
New EPA rules target the extensive use of specialized chemicals in semiconductor chip production, potentially impacting the tech industry.
Policy
The Biden administration, through the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), is set to implement stringent environmental regulations concerning the chemical substances used in semiconductor manufacturing. Given the semiconductor industry's reliance on approximately 500 specialized chemicals for the production of a single chip, these impending regulations pose potential challenges. Industry analysts are scrutinizing the balance between environmental stewardship and maintaining the competitive edge of the United States in the technological sphere.