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The Max-Planck-Gesellschaft zur Förderung der Wissenschaften e.V. (MPG) is a leading research organisation headquartered in Germany, with a strong presence across Europe and beyond. Founded in 1948, MPG has established itself as a cornerstone of the research and development services industry, focusing on a diverse range of scientific disciplines, including biology, chemistry, physics, and social sciences.
With over 80 institutes and facilities, MPG is renowned for its commitment to excellence in fundamental research. Its unique approach fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, enabling groundbreaking discoveries that have significant societal impact. Notable achievements include numerous Nobel Prizes awarded to its researchers, underscoring its prominent position in the global scientific community. Through its innovative research initiatives, the Max-Planck-Gesellschaft continues to shape the future of science and technology.
-15 vs industry average
Max-Planck-Gesellschaft zur Förderung der Wissenschaften e.V.’s score of 18 is lower than 33% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Research Services has below-average carbon intensity
The Research Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
In 2020, Max-Planck-Gesellschaft zur Förderung der Wissenschaften e.V. reported approximately 6,507,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions and 31,356,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 emissions. In 2019, the organisation's reported Scope 1 emissions were around 31,945,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were approximately 92,838,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalled about 830,470,000 kg CO2e. Key categories contributing to Scope 3 in 2019 included purchased goods and services (approximately 693,165,000 kg CO2e), capital goods (around 98,241,000 kg CO2e), and fuel and energy related activities (approximately 24,936,000 kg CO2e). In 2018, Max-Planck-Gesellschaft zur Förderung der Wissenschaften e.V.'s Scope 1 emissions were roughly 31,624,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were about 176,678,000 kg CO2e. The organisation has not publicly disclosed specific carbon reduction targets.
No climate goals have been disclosed for Max-Planck-Gesellschaft zur Förderung der Wissenschaften e.V. yet.
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