Civilization was formed as humanity began to use fire. On the other hand, fire generates carbon dioxide, and as a result, humanity is now paying a heavy price.


In fact, the price is becoming too high. Our society is facing a dilemma.

On the other hand, there is a way to overcome this dilemma. With technological advancements, we can produce the necessary energy in a completely different way than before.

Electricity is the highest quality form of energy that can be easily converted into light, motion, and heat. Electricity can be produced using climate-neutral renewable energy sources such as the sun, wind, and water. Doing so is the key to achieving a climate-neutral energy supply and is a way to improve the quality of life and protect the climate.

Humanity must accelerate the technological transition to achieve climate neutrality by the middle of this century. To achieve the goal, 4,200 gigawatts of solar power must be produced by 2030. This represents a fivefold increase compared to 2020. Furthermore, the scale of global solar installations must be expanded twentyfold by 2050. This requires a global effort.

Electricity can be used to utilize energy sources such as clean hydrogen or ammonia. Clean hydrogen and ammonia can be produced using solar or wind power and can be converted back into electricity if necessary. Therefore, electricity can be stored on a large scale. This essentially follows what nature has long done, differing only in that it is done on a much larger scale and does not emit CO₂.

By doing so, energy-intensive applications such as ship and truck drive systems can be decarbonized, and CO₂ emissions in industries such as steel and cement production can be significantly reduced.

To fully realize the potential of electrification, the green transition must proceed alongside digitalization strategies. Smart grids, which are digital networks, can better coordinate power production and consumption. Smartly controlling buildings using sensors can save energy and enhance convenience. Connected electric vehicles optimize traffic flow. The automation of Industry 4.0 conserves resources and reduces energy consumption.

Climate neutrality goals cannot be achieved without technological innovation. While about half of the emissions to be reduced by 2050 rely on existing technologies, further development is needed to enable large-scale global application.

On the other hand, a shift in mindset is necessary. In this regard, I appreciate the European Union supporting research and cooperation among companies in climate-related industries. This includes the semiconductor sector. Semiconductors are a key element for producing and managing electricity and achieving digitalization.

Semiconductors play a crucial role in the energy transition. They are used to produce, transmit, use, and store eco-friendly electricity.

All chips manufactured by Infineon reduce CO₂ emissions by 30 times more than the amount emitted to produce the chip.

New base materials such as silicon carbide or gallium nitride reduce heat loss by up to half compared to silicon chips.

By doing so, not only is energy loss wasted in power supply units reduced, but the driving range of electric vehicles is also increased, and voltage equalization of solar and wind power plants is improved, thereby raising efficiency to a new level.

The goal has been set, and we are all fully aware of it. Now is the time to stop talking and take action. There is no time to waver over details; we must move forward toward the goal. We must be able to see the bigger picture from a societal perspective, and as a company, we must provide system solutions that deliver genuine benefits to our users.

To do so, courage and sincerity are required. If we think we are going down the wrong path, we must change direction immediately. We can learn from nature. The process of nature's evolution demonstrates that those who adapt well survive.

To do so, we must decisively discard wrong approaches. We can do better. With patience and unwavering determination, we will build a better future. Preserving the environment is precisely what will make such a future a reality.