Transforming High-Tech Manufacturing with Sustainability

GENESIS is a pioneering research and innovation project co-funded by the European Union. Our mission is to eliminate PFAS chemicals from semiconductor manufacturing through sustainable materials, advanced process monitoring, and circular economy practices.

Quick Overview

· Full Name: GENerate in Europe a Sustainable Industry for Semiconductor

· Project Acronym: GENESIS

· Start Date: 1 May 2025

· Duration: 36 months

· Coordinator: CEA-Leti, Grenoble

· GENESIS is an EU program supported by CHIPS JU and its associated member states. In addition, GENESIS Swiss partners are supported by the Swiss state secretariat (SERI)

· Official Hashtag: #GENESISEU

Mission

To future-proof the European semiconductor industry by eliminating harmful chemicals, minimising waste, and securing the materials supply chain through sustainable innovation in materials, processes, and sensing technologies.

Vision

To build a resilient, circular, and environmentally responsible microelectronics sector aligned with the European Green Deal and the European Chips Act.

Consortium Partners

Materials & Chemicals

Semiconductor Manufacturing

Equipment

Research

Gas, Water Monitoring, & Abatement

Recycling

RTOs

Communication