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Eppendorf AG, a leading name in the health and social work services sector, is headquartered in Hamburg, Germany. Founded in 1945, the company has established itself as a pioneer in laboratory equipment and consumables, primarily serving the life sciences and biotechnology industries. Eppendorf's core offerings include high-quality pipettes, centrifuges, and bioreactors, renowned for their precision and reliability.
With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Eppendorf has achieved significant milestones, including numerous innovations that enhance laboratory efficiency. The company is recognised for its commitment to quality and sustainability, positioning itself as a trusted partner for researchers worldwide. Eppendorf's dedication to advancing scientific discovery continues to solidify its market leadership in the health and social work services industry.
+39 vs industry average
Eppendorf’s score of 61 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Health Services has typical carbon intensity
The Health Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 23% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Eppendorf, headquartered in Germany and operating in Health and social work services, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 265,281,000 kg CO2e in 2025. This includes 8,284,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 3,925,000 kg CO2e (market-based) from Scope 2, and 253,072,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Notably, the largest contributors to Scope 3 emissions in 2025 were purchased goods and services at 104,328,000 kg CO2e and use of sold products at 81,760,000 kg CO2e. In 2024, the company's total emissions were higher at approximately 293,549,000 kg CO2e.
Eppendorf is committed to significant emissions reductions. They aim to achieve net-zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions from their own operations by 2028, using a 2019 baseline. Furthermore, Eppendorf SE has set near-term Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved goals to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 63.0% by 2035 from a 2023 base year. They also commit to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, and use of sold products by 63.0% within the same timeframe, which is consistent with reductions required to keep warming to 1.5°C.
2035
63% reduction in Scope 2
Eppendorf SE commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 63.0% by 2035 from a 2023 base year.
2035
63% reduction in scope 3 total
Eppendorf SE also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods and use of sold products…
2035
63% reduction in Scope 1
Eppendorf SE commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 63.0% by 2035 from a 2023 base year.
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