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Fraunhofer

Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, commonly referred to as Fraunhofer, is a leading research organisation headquartered in Germany. Established in 1949, it has grown to become a pivotal player in applied research, with a strong presence across Europe and beyond. The organisation operates in various industries, including information technology, materials science, and energy, focusing on innovative solutions that drive technological advancement. Fraunhofer is renowned for its cutting-edge products and services, which range from advanced manufacturing techniques to sustainable energy systems. Its commitment to practical application of research sets it apart in the competitive landscape. With numerous accolades and a reputation for excellence, Fraunhofer continues to shape the future of technology and industry, making significant contributions to both academia and the marketplace.

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35

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Research 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Fraunhofer's score of 35 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Fraunhofer's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Fraunhofer reported total carbon emissions of approximately 16,315,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 5,349,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 16,315,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This data highlights their ongoing commitment to transparency in emissions reporting across all scopes. Comparatively, in 2019, their emissions were significantly lower, with Scope 1 at 3,142,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 5,954,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 23,007,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a notable increase in emissions over the years, particularly in Scope 3, which encompasses indirect emissions from the value chain. Fraunhofer has set ambitious long-term climate commitments, aiming for net-zero carbon transport in Europe by 2050, starting from 2023. This initiative reflects their strategic focus on reducing emissions across all scopes, aligning with broader industry goals for sustainability and climate action. Overall, while recent data shows an increase in emissions, Fraunhofer's commitment to achieving net-zero by 2050 demonstrates their proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing their carbon footprint.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Fraunhofer's primary industry is Research and development services (73), which is very 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. This request for Fraunhofer is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Fraunhofer 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
Reduction Actions

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