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Computer Services
US
updated a month ago

3M Cogent, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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3M Cogent, Inc., a subsidiary of the renowned 3M Company, is headquartered in the United States and operates primarily in the fields of biometrics and identity management. Founded in the early 2000s, the company has established itself as a leader in providing advanced fingerprint and facial recognition technologies, catering to both government and commercial sectors. With a focus on innovative solutions, 3M Cogent offers a range of core products, including biometric identification systems and secure credentialing services. These offerings are distinguished by their high accuracy and reliability, making them essential for enhancing security protocols. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous industry awards, solidifying its position as a trusted provider in the identity verification market.

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How does 3M Cogent, 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.

49

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer 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.

31

Industry Benchmark

3M Cogent, Inc.'s score of 49 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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3M Cogent, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Thales S.A.

3M Cogent, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Thales S.A., and any climate commitments or emissions data may be inherited from this parent organisation. As of now, 3M Cogent, Inc. has not publicly outlined specific reduction targets or initiatives. However, it is important to note that the climate commitments and performance metrics may be influenced by Thales S.A.'s sustainability strategies, which include various industry-standard climate initiatives. Given the absence of direct emissions data and reduction targets, stakeholders are encouraged to monitor future disclosures from 3M Cogent, Inc. for updates on their climate commitments and performance in relation to carbon emissions.

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121,335,000
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Scope 2
152,633,000
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Scope 3
86,460,000
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0,000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is 3M Cogent, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. 3M Cogent, Inc.'s primary industry is Computer Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is 3M Cogent, Inc.'s Location?

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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. This request for 3M Cogent, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

3M Cogent, Inc.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

3M Cogent, Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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