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Focusrite

Focusrite plc, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading name in the audio technology industry, renowned for its innovative solutions in music production and recording. Founded in 1985, the company has achieved significant milestones, including the development of the iconic Focusrite Red range and the Scarlett series, which have become staples for musicians and audio professionals worldwide. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Focusrite excels in providing high-quality audio interfaces, preamps, and digital audio workstations. Their products are distinguished by exceptional sound quality and user-friendly design, catering to both amateur and professional users. Focusrite's commitment to innovation has solidified its market position, making it a trusted choice for artists and producers seeking reliable audio solutions.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Focusrite'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.

64

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other 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.

4

Industry Benchmark

Focusrite's score of 64 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Focusrite's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Focusrite PLC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 114,416,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 177,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 257,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 206,285,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions are primarily driven by categories such as purchased goods and services (105,683,000 kg CO2e) and use of sold products (90,546,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 116,081,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions at 124,620 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight reduction in total emissions year-on-year. Focusrite has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as part of its long-term climate strategy. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which underscores the company's dedication to addressing climate change through measurable and science-based targets. Overall, Focusrite's emissions data reflects a proactive approach to sustainability, with ongoing efforts to reduce its carbon footprint while maintaining operational growth.

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Scope 1
209,770
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Scope 2
149,300
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Scope 3
17,130
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000,000,000
00,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Focusrite's primary industry is Other services (93), which is 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. Focusrite is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Focusrite is committed to some 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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