Advancing Semiconductor Sustainability with Low-Carbon Integrated Circuits Technology.

To address the environmental challenges of traditional silicon-based semiconductor manufacturing, Pragmatic Semiconductor presents a sustainable alternative using Flexible Integrated Circuits (FlexIC). These low-carbon ICs are fabricated at lower temperatures, drastically reducing energy and water consumption compared to silicon processes. The simplified manufacturing flow minimizes chemical and gas usage, supports localized supply chains, and lowers transportation emissions. Flexible ICs enable new applications by integrating intelligence into surfaces and packaging, complementing silicon devices. This approach offers a scalable, eco-friendly solution for the growing demands of the Internet of Everything.

Biography

Dr Feras Alkhalil is Vice President of Research and Development at Pragmatic Semiconductor, where he leads technology roadmap development and strategy across semiconductor materials, devices, processes, and packaging. He has more than 15 years of experience in deep-tech innovation, holds more than 15 patents and is published in over 20 international journals.