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Oxford Instruments

Oxford Instruments plc, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading provider of high-technology tools and systems for research and industry. Founded in 1959, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia. Specialising in advanced materials, nanotechnology, and superconducting technologies, Oxford Instruments is renowned for its innovative solutions that enhance scientific discovery and industrial processes. The company’s core offerings include cryogenic systems, electron microscopy, and analytical instruments, all designed to meet the evolving needs of its diverse clientele. With a commitment to quality and precision, Oxford Instruments has achieved a notable market position, recognised for its contributions to both academia and industry. Over the years, the company has reached significant milestones, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the scientific community.

DitchCarbon Score

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42

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other Services 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.

11

Industry Benchmark

Oxford Instruments's score of 42 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Oxford Instruments's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Oxford Instruments reported total carbon emissions of approximately 89,052,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across Scope 1, 2, and 3. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 660,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 90,368,000 kg CO2e (with a market-based approach of about 656,000 kg CO2e). Scope 3 emissions were also significant, amounting to about 89,052,000 kg CO2e. In 2024, the company continued its emissions reporting, with total emissions of approximately 96,228,000 kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of about 425,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 99,014,000 kg CO2e (with a market-based approach of about 2,362,000 kg CO2e), and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 96,228,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Oxford Instruments has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company’s emissions intensity, measured as carbon emissions per unit of revenue, reflects its operational impact, with a notable decrease in emissions intensity from previous years. Overall, while Oxford Instruments has made strides in emissions reporting, further clarity on reduction commitments would enhance its climate strategy.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Oxford Instruments's primary industry is Other services (93), which is low 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. Oxford Instruments is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Oxford Instruments 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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