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Medical Device Manufacturing
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Essilor Luxottica Sustainability Profile

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EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the eyewear industry, is headquartered in France and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Formed in 2018 through the merger of Essilor and Luxottica, the company has quickly established itself as a powerhouse in vision care and eyewear solutions. With a rich history dating back to 1849, EssilorLuxottica is renowned for its innovative products, including prescription lenses, sunglasses, and optical equipment. The company’s commitment to quality and design is evident in its diverse portfolio, which features iconic brands such as Ray-Ban and Oakley. As a market leader, EssilorLuxottica has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in digital eye care and sustainability initiatives, solidifying its position as a pioneer in the eyewear sector.

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76

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.

30

Industry Benchmark

Essilor Luxottica's score of 76 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

86%

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Essilor Luxottica's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Essilor Luxottica reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4.12 billion kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 116.1 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 956.6 million kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 3.53 billion kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality in its direct operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2025, with a milestone for Europe by 2023. Additionally, Essilor Luxottica has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2022 base year. For Scope 3 emissions, the target is a 25% reduction within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to sustainable practices in the healthcare equipment and supplies sector. Essilor Luxottica's emissions data is sourced directly from the company, with no cascading from a parent organization.

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2015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
16,736,822
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
111,025,178
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
-
000,000,000
000,000,000
-
000,000,000
0,000,000,000
000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Essilor Luxottica's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Essilor Luxottica's primary industry is Medical Device Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Essilor Luxottica'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 Essilor Luxottica is in FR, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Essilor Luxottica's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Essilor Luxottica's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 606% last year and increased by approximately 767% since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 53% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
53%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
11%
Processing of Sold Products
11%
Capital Goods
10%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
4%
Employee Commuting
4%
Use of Sold Products
2%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
1%
Business Travel
1%
Waste Generated in Operations
1%

Essilor Luxottica'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.

Essilor Luxottica has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. 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
Reduction Actions

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