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.
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 38 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Gooch & Housego PLC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,531,000 kg CO2e globally, comprising 467,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2,064,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. In the UK, the company recorded total emissions of about 515,000 kg CO2e, with 163,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 352,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Comparatively, in 2023, the global emissions were about 3,136,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 439,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 2,697,000 kg CO2e. The UK figures for 2023 showed total emissions of approximately 239,000 kg CO2e, with 164,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 75,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Gooch & Housego PLC has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The company does not report Scope 3 emissions, indicating a focus on direct and indirect emissions from their operations and energy use. Overall, Gooch & Housego PLC's emissions data reflects their ongoing commitment to monitoring and managing their carbon footprint, although further details on reduction strategies and targets are not currently available.
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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 | - | - | - | - | - |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Gooch & Housego PLC has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

