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updated 8 months ago

Carl Zeiss, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Carl Zeiss, Inc., a prominent name in the optics and optoelectronics industry, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America and globally. Founded in 1846, the company has a rich history marked by innovation and excellence in precision optics, including lenses, microscopes, and medical technology. Renowned for its cutting-edge products, Carl Zeiss offers a diverse range of services, from high-performance camera lenses to advanced imaging systems for healthcare. The company’s commitment to quality and precision has solidified its position as a leader in the market, with notable achievements in both consumer and industrial sectors. With a legacy of over 175 years, Carl Zeiss continues to push the boundaries of optical technology, making it a trusted choice for professionals and enthusiasts alike.

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34

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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Carl Zeiss, Inc.'s score of 34 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Carl Zeiss, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from ZEISS Group

Carl Zeiss, 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 the ZEISS Group, which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As of now, there are no documented reduction targets or initiatives outlined for Carl Zeiss, Inc. The absence of emissions data suggests that the company may be in the early stages of developing its climate strategy or reporting framework. However, as part of the ZEISS Group, it is likely that the company aligns with broader corporate sustainability goals and initiatives. Given the lack of specific emissions figures and reduction targets, it is essential for Carl Zeiss, Inc. to establish clear climate commitments and measurable goals to enhance its environmental performance and contribute to global climate efforts.

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How Carbon Intensive is Carl Zeiss, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Carl Zeiss, Inc.'s primary industry is Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks (33), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Carl Zeiss, 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 Carl Zeiss, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Carl Zeiss, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Carl Zeiss, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 30% last year and increased by approximately 155% since 2020, 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%
Capital Goods
14%
Use of Sold Products
7%

Carl Zeiss, 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.

Carl Zeiss, 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
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