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Medical Device Manufacturing
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Asylum Research Corporation Sustainability Profile

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Asylum Research Corporation, a leading name in the field of atomic force microscopy (AFM), is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1999, the company has established itself as a pioneer in advanced microscopy solutions, serving a diverse range of industries including materials science, nanotechnology, and life sciences. With a strong focus on innovation, Asylum Research offers unique products such as the MFP-3D AFM, renowned for its high-resolution imaging and versatile capabilities. The company’s commitment to quality and precision has positioned it as a trusted partner for researchers and institutions worldwide. Notable achievements include numerous awards for technological advancements and a robust global presence, ensuring that Asylum Research remains at the forefront of the microscopy industry.

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How does Asylum Research Corporation'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.

65

Industry Average

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.

30

Industry Benchmark

Asylum Research Corporation's score of 65 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

80%

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Asylum Research Corporation's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Oxford Instruments plc

Asylum Research Corporation, headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no emissions figures are available. The company is a current subsidiary of Oxford Instruments plc, which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. While there are no documented reduction targets or specific climate pledges from Asylum Research Corporation, it is important to note that any climate initiatives or targets may be inherited from its parent company, Oxford Instruments plc. This relationship suggests that Asylum Research Corporation may align its sustainability efforts with the broader goals set by Oxford Instruments, which could include industry-standard climate initiatives. As of now, without specific emissions data or reduction targets, it is unclear how Asylum Research Corporation is addressing its carbon footprint. However, the company is likely to be influenced by the climate strategies and commitments of its parent organisation, which may include efforts to reduce emissions across various scopes.

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20202021202220232024
Scope 1
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000,000
000,000
000,000
Scope 2
321,150
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000,000
000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
-
00,000,000
00,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Asylum Research Corporation's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Asylum Research Corporation's primary industry is Medical Device Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Asylum Research Corporation'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 Asylum Research Corporation is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Asylum Research Corporation's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Asylum Research Corporation's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 8% last year and increased by approximately 8% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 57% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
57%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
33%
Processing of Sold Products
32%
Business Travel
5%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
3%
Employee Commuting
2%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%

Asylum Research Corporation'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.

Asylum Research Corporation 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
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