Gooch & Housego PLC
Gooch & Housego PLC, often referred to as G&H, is a leading British manufacturer specialising in precision optical and photonic solutions. Headquartered in the United Kingdom, the company serves global markets with a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1948, G&H has established a reputation for delivering high-quality products within the medical, optical instruments, and timekeeping sectors.
The company’s core offerings include specialised optical components, laser systems, and photonic devices, recognised for their precision and reliability. G&H’s innovative approach and commitment to technological excellence have positioned it as a notable player in the industry, supporting advancements in medical imaging, scientific research, and high-performance watches. With a history of key milestones and a focus on quality, Gooch & Housego continues to lead in the development of cutting-edge optical solutions.
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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 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Gooch & Housego PLC's reported carbon emissions
Gooch & Housego PLC, operating within the medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks sector in Great Britain, reported its environmental performance with a focus on carbon emissions. For the reporting year 2025, the company disclosed Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions totalling approximately 1,871,050 kg CO2e. This figure comprises approximately 550,220 kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions and approximately 1,320,830 kg CO2e for Scope 2 emissions (market-based).
In the preceding year, 2024, Gooch & Housego PLC reported combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 2,342,500 kg CO2e. This included approximately 467,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and approximately 1,873,500 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). The previous year, 2023, saw reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 3,136,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at around 439,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 2,697,000 kg CO2e.
For 2022, the company's Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 3,941,000 kg CO2e, broken down into approximately 430,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and approximately 3,511,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. In 2021, Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 5,414,000 kg CO2e. Prior to this, for 2020, Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 5,852,000 kg CO2e. For 2019, no specific emissions data was disclosed, though revenue data was available. Similarly, for 2018, specific emissions data was not disclosed.
Gooch & Housego PLC's reporting indicates a decreasing trend in reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions over the period for which data is available. However, Scope 3 emissions data is not currently disclosed, with "purchased goods and services" being a noted missing data point. The company has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or commitments through SBTi or other major climate initiatives based on the provided information.
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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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