Agfa Gevaert, a leading global player in imaging and information technology, is headquartered in Belgium (BE). Founded in 1867, the company has evolved significantly, establishing a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia. Agfa Gevaert operates primarily in the healthcare, printing, and industrial sectors, offering innovative solutions that enhance workflow efficiency and image quality. The company is renowned for its advanced imaging systems, including digital radiography and high-quality printing plates, which are distinguished by their reliability and performance. Agfa Gevaert's commitment to sustainability and technological advancement has solidified its market position, making it a trusted partner for businesses worldwide. With a rich history and a focus on innovation, Agfa Gevaert continues to shape the future of imaging and information technology.
How does Agfa Gevaert'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.
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.
Agfa Gevaert's score of 53 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Agfa Gevaert reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 664,492,000 kg CO2e. This includes 57,210,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 3,671,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 603,611,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set an ambitious target to reduce its combined Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 62% by 2030, using 2006 as the base year for its Belgian sites. This commitment reflects Agfa's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint within the chemicals sector. In 2023, Agfa's emissions were reported at 1,365,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, alongside 119,200 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 76,800 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has consistently disclosed its emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating transparency in its environmental impact. Agfa Gevaert's climate commitments are aligned with industry standards, and while it has not committed to a net-zero target, it remains focused on significant reductions in its operational emissions.
Access structured emissions data, company-specific emission factors, and source documents
2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Scope 1 | 332,800,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 23,500,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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.
Agfa Gevaert is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.