Materialise
Materialise NV, headquartered in Belgium, is a leading player in the 3D printing industry, specialising in software solutions and additive manufacturing services. Founded in 1990, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the field, with significant milestones including the development of innovative software for 3D printing and the expansion of its operational footprint across Europe, North America, and Asia. Materialise offers a range of core products, including the Materialise Magics software suite and advanced 3D printing services, which are distinguished by their ability to streamline workflows and enhance production efficiency. The company is recognised for its commitment to quality and innovation, positioning itself as a trusted partner for industries such as healthcare, automotive, and aerospace. With a strong market presence and a reputation for excellence, Materialise continues to drive advancements in additive manufacturing technology.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Materialise'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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Industry Benchmark
Materialise's score of 61 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Materialise's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Materialise reported total carbon emissions of approximately 14,230,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,570,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 160,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 12,500,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a significant reduction from previous years, with total emissions decreasing from approximately 12,770,000 kg CO2e in 2022, 14,450,000 kg CO2e in 2021, and 14,650,000 kg CO2e in 2020. Materialise has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 55% reduction in absolute greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes (1, 2, and 3) by 2029, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is part of their long-term commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. The company is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action within the software and services sector.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 900,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,700,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 10,700,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Materialise is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
