Gooch & Housego PLC
Gooch & Housego PLC, often referred to as G&H, is a leading manufacturer in the photonics industry, headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 1948, the company has built a strong reputation for its innovative solutions in optical components and systems, serving diverse sectors such as aerospace, defence, and medical technology. With major operational regions across Europe and North America, G&H excels in providing high-quality products, including precision optics, fibre optics, and laser systems. Their commitment to research and development has led to significant advancements, positioning them as a trusted partner in the photonics market. Notable achievements include their contributions to cutting-edge technologies, which underscore their status as a key player in the industry.
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How does Gooch & Housego PLC'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.
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Gooch & Housego PLC's score of 35 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Gooch & Housego PLC's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Gooch & Housego PLC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 515,000 kg CO2e, comprising 163,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 352,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This data reflects their operations in Great Britain. For the previous year, 2023, the company recorded total emissions of about 239,000 kg CO2e in Great Britain, with 164,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 75,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Gooch & Housego PLC has not set specific reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) nor does it have documented climate pledges. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from a parent organization, indicating that it independently reports its carbon footprint. Overall, while Gooch & Housego PLC has made strides in tracking its emissions, there is currently no indication of formal commitments to reduce its carbon footprint in the future.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Gooch & Housego PLC 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.
