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FOSS A/S

FOSS A/S, headquartered in Denmark (DK), is a leading provider of analytical solutions for the agricultural and food industries. Founded in 1956, the company has established a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and North America, focusing on enhancing quality control and efficiency in food production. FOSS is renowned for its innovative products, including advanced analytical instruments and software that facilitate precise measurement of key parameters in food and feed. Their unique approach combines cutting-edge technology with deep industry expertise, ensuring clients receive reliable and actionable insights. With a commitment to sustainability and quality, FOSS A/S has positioned itself as a trusted partner for businesses seeking to optimise their operations. The company’s notable achievements include numerous industry awards and a reputation for excellence in analytical solutions, solidifying its status as a market leader.

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20

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Real Estate 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.

24

Industry Benchmark

FOSS A/S's score of 20 is lower than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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FOSS A/S's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, FOSS A/S reported total carbon emissions of approximately 120,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 158,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based). This marked a reduction from 2021, where emissions were about 153,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 138,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). The company has disclosed emissions data for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 but has not provided information on Scope 3 emissions. FOSS A/S has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. However, they continue to monitor and report their emissions, indicating a commitment to transparency in their environmental impact. The company aims to improve its sustainability practices, as reflected in their emissions per produced item, which were reported at 120 kg CO2e for 2022. Overall, FOSS A/S is making strides in reducing its carbon footprint while maintaining a focus on sustainability within its operations.

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153,000
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Scope 2
138,000
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Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. FOSS A/S's primary industry is Real estate services (70), 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. This request for FOSS A/S is in DK, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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FOSS A/S is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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