Simulation for Energy-Efficient Semiconductor Manufacturing Network

This technical report presents a simulation study focused on energy consumption in semiconductor manufacturing, specifically analyzing two exemplary semiconductor products. The study aims to assess the ratio of fixed and variable energy consumption within a typical semiconductor facility. It highlights the significant role of the semiconductor industry in reducing carbon emissions while also acknowledging the industry's own CO2 footprint during chip manufacturing. The report details the methodology employed, which includes discrete-event simulation (DES) to evaluate energy-intensive processes and the relationship between capacity utilization and energy consumption. It emphasizes the need for transparency in CO2 emissions reporting by chip manufacturers and discusses the concept of 'handprint' in relation to CO2 savings enabled by semiconductor applications. The findings suggest future research directions to further explore the balance between the industry's carbon footprint and its potential for CO2 savings.