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Gooch & Housego PLC

Gooch & Housego PLC, often referred to as G&H, is a leading manufacturer in the photonics industry, headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 1948, the company has built a strong reputation for its innovative solutions in optical components and systems, serving diverse sectors such as aerospace, defence, and medical technology. With major operational regions across Europe and North America, G&H excels in providing high-quality products, including precision optics, fibre optics, and laser systems. Their commitment to research and development has led to significant advancements, positioning them as a trusted partner in the photonics market. Notable achievements include their contributions to cutting-edge technologies, which underscore their status as a key player in the industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Gooch & Housego PLC's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

22

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Medical Device Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

13

Industry Benchmark

Gooch & Housego PLC's score of 22 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Gooch & Housego PLC's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Gooch & Housego PLC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,414,000 kg CO2e, comprising 430,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 3,511,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marked a significant reduction from 2021, where total emissions were about 3,941,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 616,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 4,798,000 kg CO2e. The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The emissions data indicates a trend towards lower emissions per unit of revenue, reflecting an ongoing effort to enhance operational efficiency and sustainability. Gooch & Housego PLC's climate commitments align with industry standards, focusing on transparency and accountability in emissions reporting. As the company continues to monitor and manage its carbon emissions, it remains poised to contribute positively to climate action within its sector.

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Scope 1
914,000
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Scope 2
4,938,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Gooch & Housego PLC's primary industry is Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks (33), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Gooch & Housego PLC is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Gooch & Housego PLC is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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