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.
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.
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Align Technology's score of 17 is lower than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Align Technology, headquartered in the US, reported carbon emissions of approximately 3,900,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 39,200,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This reflects a slight increase in emissions compared to 2022, where Scope 1 emissions were around 3,400,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 36,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Align Technology has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of documented reduction targets indicates a potential area for future commitment in climate action. The company’s emissions data is sourced directly from Align Technology, Inc., with no cascaded data from a parent or related organization. Overall, while Align Technology has made strides in reporting its emissions, the lack of reduction targets suggests that further action may be necessary to align with industry standards for climate commitments.
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.
Align Technology 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.
