Tecan
Tecan Group Ltd, commonly referred to as Tecan, is a leading global provider of laboratory instruments and solutions, headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1980, Tecan has established itself as a key player in the life sciences and diagnostics industries, with a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia. The company specialises in the development and manufacturing of automated laboratory systems, including liquid handling, microplate readers, and assay development tools. Tecan's innovative products are designed to enhance laboratory efficiency and accuracy, making them indispensable in research and clinical settings. With a commitment to quality and innovation, Tecan has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for its cutting-edge technologies. The company is recognised for its strong market position, serving a diverse clientele that includes pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and academic institutions worldwide.
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Tecan's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Tecan Group Ltd reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 390,035,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,994,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 3,877,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, heat, and steam. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling approximately 384,000,000 kg CO2e, which arise from the entire value chain, including business travel and the use of sold products. Tecan has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2050. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2022 as the base year. Additionally, Tecan plans to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 34% in 2022 to 100% by 2025 and maintain this level through 2030. The company also aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 42% by 2030. Long-term, Tecan is committed to a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes by 2050, relative to the 2022 baseline. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Tecan's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.
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Add to project| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 613,690 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 696,460 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,770,130 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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