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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.
+34 vs industry average
Eppendorf’s score of 56 is higher than 73% 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 the Health and social work services sector, reported total gross emissions of approximately 293,549,000 kg CO2e in 2024. This includes Scope 1 emissions of approximately 8,655,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) emissions of approximately 3,559,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were approximately 274,331,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributors including purchased goods and services (approximately 106,110,000 kg CO2e) and use of sold products (approximately 94,492,000 kg CO2e).
Eppendorf has set ambitious climate commitments. The company aims to achieve net-zero for its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2028, using 2019 as the baseline year, representing a 100% reduction. Furthermore, Eppendorf SE has committed to Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) aligned goals. This includes reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 63% by 2035, from a 2023 base year. Additionally, Eppendorf SE commits to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, and use of sold products by 63% by 2035, also from a 2023 base year. These targets are classified as consistent with reductions required to keep global warming to 1.5°C.
2035
63% reduction in scope 3 total
Eppendorf SE commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods and use of sold products 63.0…
2035
63% reduction in Scope 1
Eppendorf SE commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 63.0% by 2035 from a 2023 base year.
2035
63% reduction in Scope 2
Eppendorf SE commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 63.0% by 2035 from a 2023 base year.
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Data year: 2024
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