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Grunenthal GmbH, commonly referred to as Grunenthal, is a renowned German company specialising in medical, precision, and optical instruments, as well as watches and clocks within industry sector 33. Headquartered in Aachen, Germany, the company has established a significant presence across Europe and other key markets, delivering innovative solutions in healthcare and precision engineering.
Founded in 1946, Grunenthal has a long-standing history of advancing medical technology and precision instruments. Its core offerings include specialised medical devices, optical products, and timekeeping instruments, distinguished by their quality and technological innovation. Recognised for its market leadership and commitment to excellence, Grunenthal continues to play a vital role in shaping the future of healthcare and precision instrumentation.
+18 vs industry average
Grunenthal’s score of 50 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Medical Device Manufacturing has below-average carbon intensity
The Medical Device Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 32% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Grünenthal, a German-based company in the Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks industry, reported total emissions of approximately 370.55 million kg CO2e in 2024. This figure comprises about 19.51 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 0.54 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 350.50 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
For 2023, the company's total emissions were approximately 389.19 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at around 18.14 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at about 3.25 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 367.84 million kg CO2e. In 2022, total emissions data was not provided, but Scope 1 emissions were approximately 20.93 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 (market-based) was about 3.48 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2022 were approximately 456.94 million kg CO2e.
Grünenthal GmbH has set several climate commitments, including near-term Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) verified goals. The company aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 55% by 2030, using a 2020 base year. Additionally, Grünenthal commits that 74.1% of its suppliers, by emissions covering purchased goods and services and upstream transportation and distribution, will have science-based targets by 2028. There is also a commitment to achieve net-zero emissions in Scope 1 and 2 by 2030 or 2031, though the specific year varies across documents. The company has publicly committed to achieving Net Zero globally by 2050 at the latest.
2030
55% reduction in Scope 2
Grünethal GmbH commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 55% by 2030 from a 2020 base year.
2030
55% reduction in Scope 1
Grünethal GmbH commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 55% by 2030 from a 2020 base year.
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