Barco Sustainability Profile
Barco, a leading global technology company headquartered in Belgium, has been at the forefront of visualisation and collaboration solutions since its founding in 1934. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Barco operates primarily within the audiovisual and healthcare industries, providing innovative products that enhance communication and decision-making. The company is renowned for its high-quality projectors, display solutions, and medical imaging technologies, which are distinguished by their exceptional performance and reliability. Barco's commitment to research and development has led to significant milestones, including advancements in digital cinema and healthcare imaging. As a market leader, Barco has received numerous accolades for its contributions to the industry, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner for businesses seeking cutting-edge visual solutions.
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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.
Industry Benchmark
Barco's score of 89 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Barco's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Barco NV reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 541.6 million kg CO2e, comprising 2,640,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 917,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 538 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a slight increase from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 528.5 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 3,064,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 1,331,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 524.1 million kg CO2e. Barco has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 45% by 2025 from a 2015 baseline. Additionally, they have committed to achieving a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes by 2050, using 2024 as the base year. Near-term targets include a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, and a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Barco's long-term strategy includes a commitment to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Barco's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.
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| 2015 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,262,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 5,565,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 788,515,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Barco's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Barco's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 3% last year and decreased by approximately 32% since 2015, 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 "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 47% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Barco'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.
Barco has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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