Align Technology
Align Technology, Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a leading innovator in the orthodontics and dentistry industry. Founded in 1997, the company is renowned for its pioneering product, Invisalign, a clear aligner system that has transformed orthodontic treatment. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Align Technology has established itself as a key player in digital dentistry. The company’s core offerings include the Invisalign system and iTero intraoral scanners, which enhance patient experience and treatment outcomes. Align Technology's commitment to advanced technology and patient-centric solutions has positioned it as a market leader, achieving significant milestones such as the treatment of millions of patients worldwide. With a focus on innovation and quality, Align Technology continues to shape the future of orthodontics and dental care.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Align Technology'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Align Technology's score of 20 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Align Technology's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Align Technology reported total carbon emissions of approximately 39,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and Scope 2 sources globally. This figure includes about 3,900,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 39,200,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. In 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 36,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising approximately 3,400,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and around 36,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This indicates a slight increase in emissions from 2022 to 2023. For 2021, Align Technology's emissions were reported at approximately 40,000,000 kg CO2e, with about 3,189,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 37,855,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Despite these figures, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or initiatives from Align Technology aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The company has not committed to any specific climate pledges or science-based targets for emissions reduction. Align Technology's emissions data reflects its operational impact, and the absence of reduction commitments highlights an area for potential improvement in their sustainability strategy.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,189,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 37,855,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Align Technology 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.
