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Cognex

Cognex Corporation, a leading player in the machine vision and industrial barcode reading sectors, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1981, Cognex has established itself as a pioneer in the development of advanced vision systems and software, catering to a diverse range of industries including manufacturing, logistics, and automotive. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Cognex offers a unique portfolio of products, including vision sensors, 3D vision systems, and deep learning software. These innovations enable businesses to enhance quality control, streamline operations, and improve productivity. Recognised for its cutting-edge technology, Cognex has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its market position as a trusted partner for automation solutions worldwide.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Cognex'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.

29

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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Cognex's score of 29 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Cognex's reported carbon emissions

Cognex, headquartered in the US, reported its carbon emissions data for the years 2020 to 2022. In 2022, the company emitted approximately 3,060,000 kg CO2e, comprising 297,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2,763,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. In 2021, emissions were about 2,973,000 kg CO2e, with 293,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2,680,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The 2020 figures showed total emissions of around 2,980,000 kg CO2e, including 278,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2,702,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Cognex has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The company’s emissions data reflects its operational impact, but it currently lacks defined strategies for reducing its carbon footprint. As the industry increasingly focuses on sustainability, Cognex's future commitments will be crucial in aligning with global climate goals.

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278,000
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Scope 2
2,702,000
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0,000,000
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Cognex's primary industry is Computer and related services (72), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Cognex is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Cognex 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.

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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