Public Profile

Microplasticos

Microplasticos, officially known as Microplasticos Lda, is a pioneering company headquartered in Portugal (PT) that focuses on the innovative management and reduction of microplastics in various environments. Founded in 2020, the company has quickly established itself as a leader in the environmental sector, addressing the pressing issue of microplastic pollution through advanced research and sustainable solutions. Operating primarily in Europe, Microplasticos offers a range of unique services, including microplastic analysis, consultancy, and the development of eco-friendly materials. Their commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology sets them apart in the industry. With a growing portfolio of partnerships and notable achievements in environmental advocacy, Microplasticos is positioned at the forefront of the fight against microplastic contamination, making significant strides towards a cleaner, healthier planet.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Microplasticos'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.

19

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

14

Industry Benchmark

Microplasticos's score of 19 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Microplasticos's reported carbon emissions

MICROplásticos S.A., headquartered in Portugal, has not disclosed any specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year. However, the company has set ambitious climate commitments to address its greenhouse gas emissions. MICROplásticos S.A. is committed to reducing its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company aims to measure and reduce its Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from its value chain. As part of its long-term strategy, MICROplásticos S.A. has pledged to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2033, targeting a complete reduction of 100% in emissions from 2021 levels. These targets have been validated through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aligning with the 1.5°C climate goal. This commitment reflects the company's proactive approach to sustainability within the automobiles and components sector, demonstrating its dedication to mitigating climate change impacts.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Microplasticos's primary industry is Motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers (34), which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Microplasticos is headquartered in PT, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Microplasticos 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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