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Ernest Borel

Ernest Borel, a distinguished Swiss watchmaker, is headquartered in the heart of Switzerland (CH) and has established a strong presence in major markets across Europe and Asia. Founded in 1856, the company has a rich heritage marked by innovation and craftsmanship, making it a notable player in the luxury watch industry. Specialising in high-quality timepieces, Ernest Borel is renowned for its unique combination of traditional Swiss watchmaking techniques and contemporary design. The brand's signature collections, including the iconic "Lucky" series, showcase intricate movements and elegant aesthetics that appeal to discerning customers. With a commitment to excellence, Ernest Borel has garnered a reputation for reliability and precision, solidifying its position as a respected name in horology. The company continues to celebrate its legacy while embracing modern trends, ensuring its watches remain timeless treasures for generations to come.

DitchCarbon Score

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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.

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Industry Benchmark

Ernest Borel's score of 10 is lower than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ernest Borel's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Ernest Borel reported total carbon emissions of approximately 124,880 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions from mobile combustion at about 35,180 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity at around 70,840 kg CO2e. This marks a reduction from 2022, where total emissions were approximately 104,080 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Ernest Borel has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2022, the company achieved a significant decrease in emissions compared to 2021, which recorded total emissions of about 135,960 kg CO2e. The trend indicates a proactive approach to managing and mitigating climate impact, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The company has also reported greenhouse gas emission intensities per watch, with figures of 3.4 kg CO2e in 2022 and 8.3 kg CO2e in 2023, reflecting ongoing efforts to improve efficiency in production processes. However, no formal climate pledges or SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets have been established as of the latest data. Ernest Borel's headquarters is located in Switzerland (CH), and the company continues to navigate the challenges of climate commitments within the watchmaking industry.

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

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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. Ernest Borel is headquartered in CH, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Ernest Borel 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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