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.
-4 vs industry average
Gooch & Housego PLC’s score of 23 is lower than 44% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Medical Device Manufacturing has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Medical Device Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 18% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Gooch & Housego PLC's reported carbon emissions
Gooch & Housego PLC, headquartered in GB, reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions for the years 2022, 2023, and 2024. In 2024, the company's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 467,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were about 2,064,000 kg CO2e, resulting in a combined total of approximately 2,531,000 kg CO2e. For 2023, Gooch & Housego PLC recorded Scope 1 emissions of approximately 439,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 2,697,000 kg CO2e, totalling approximately 3,136,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, Scope 1 emissions stood at approximately 430,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions at approximately 3,511,000 kg CO2e, for a combined total of about 3,941,000 kg CO2e. The company also reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 5,414,000 kg CO2e for 2021 and about 5,852,000 kg CO2e for 2020. Emissions data for 2019 and 2018 is not available in the provided data, with reporting for those years indicating "no disclosed data" for emissions. Gooch & Housego PLC has not disclosed Scope 3 emissions in the provided data, and no specific reduction targets or climate commitments, such as SBTi alignment, have been detailed. The company's reporting does not indicate any cascaded data from a parent or related organisation, with emissions and performance data originating from Gooch & Housego PLC itself.
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Gooch & Housego PLC’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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