Louis Poulsen
Louis Poulsen, a renowned lighting design company, is headquartered in Denmark (DK) and has established a significant presence in Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1874, the company has a rich history marked by innovative milestones in architectural and decorative lighting. Specialising in high-quality lighting solutions, Louis Poulsen is celebrated for its unique blend of functionality and aesthetics, with iconic products such as the PH lamp series and the AJ lamp designed by Arne Jacobsen. These designs not only illuminate spaces but also enhance the overall ambience, reflecting the brand's commitment to craftsmanship and design excellence. With a strong market position, Louis Poulsen has garnered numerous awards for its contributions to the lighting industry, solidifying its reputation as a leader in both residential and commercial lighting solutions.
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Louis Poulsen's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Louis Poulsen reported total carbon emissions of approximately 27,874,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 902,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 149,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 26,675,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from the use of sold products (15,968,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (5,029,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, the company’s total emissions were about 39,533,000 kg CO2e, indicating a notable reduction in emissions year-on-year. The Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined for 2022 were approximately 1,203,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions were significantly higher at 38,350,000 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, Louis Poulsen has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to disclose emissions across all relevant scopes, demonstrating transparency in its sustainability efforts. Overall, Louis Poulsen's emissions data reflects a commitment to monitoring and potentially reducing its carbon footprint, although further details on specific reduction strategies or targets are currently unavailable.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 539,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 722,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 710,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Louis Poulsen 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.
