Public Profile

Hypertherm Inc.

Hypertherm Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a leading provider of advanced cutting solutions, specialising in plasma, laser, and waterjet technologies. Founded in 1968, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the industry, consistently innovating to enhance productivity and precision in metal fabrication. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Hypertherm serves a diverse range of sectors, including manufacturing, construction, and automotive. Its core products, such as the Powermax® plasma systems and HyPerformance® plasma technology, are renowned for their reliability and efficiency, setting industry standards. Recognised for its commitment to sustainability and employee ownership, Hypertherm has received numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in the cutting solutions market. The company continues to lead the way in technological advancements, ensuring customers achieve optimal results in their operations.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Hypertherm Inc.'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.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Machinery and Equipment 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Hypertherm Inc.'s score of 13 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Hypertherm Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Hypertherm Inc., headquartered in the US, has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon emissions over the years. The most recent data available indicates that in 2019, the company reported logistics carbon emissions of approximately 23,400 kg CO2e. This figure reflects a significant decrease from earlier years, such as 2010, when emissions were about 109,000 kg CO2e. The company has shown a consistent downward trend in emissions, with reductions from 81,200 kg CO2e in 2011 to 23,400 kg CO2e in 2019. This represents a substantial commitment to sustainability, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. Hypertherm's emissions primarily fall under the category of logistics, with no specific scopes (Scope 1, 2, or 3) detailed in the available data. While the company has not set formal reduction targets or joined any specific climate pledges, its historical data suggests a proactive approach to minimising its carbon footprint.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hypertherm Inc.'s primary industry is Machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29), which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Hypertherm Inc. is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Hypertherm Inc. 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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