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Giesecke Plus Devrient

Giesecke+Devrient (G+D), headquartered in Munich, Germany, is a leading global provider in the secure identification and payment solutions industry. Founded in 1852, the company has established itself as a pioneer in smart card technology and mobile security, serving major operational regions across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. G+D's core offerings include secure payment solutions, identity management systems, and connectivity services, all designed to enhance security and user experience. Their innovative approach to digital security has positioned them as a trusted partner for banks, governments, and enterprises worldwide. With a commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology, G+D continues to achieve significant milestones, reinforcing its status as a market leader in the evolving landscape of digital security solutions.

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How does Giesecke Plus Devrient'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.

76

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer 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

Giesecke Plus Devrient's score of 76 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Giesecke Plus Devrient's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Giesecke+Devrient (G+D) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 747,740,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 30,695,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 3,357,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 714,325,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2040. G+D has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2022 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company aims to cut Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation and distribution by 25% within the same timeframe. For the long term, G+D is committed to a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes by 2040, again referencing 2022 as the starting point. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect G+D's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the technology hardware and equipment sector.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
56.4
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Giesecke Plus Devrient's primary industry is Computer and related services (72), 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 Giesecke Plus Devrient is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Giesecke Plus Devrient is participating in some 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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