Mister Spex, a leading online optician based in Germany, has revolutionised the eyewear industry since its founding in 2007. With its headquarters in Berlin, the company operates extensively across Europe, providing customers with a vast selection of prescription glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses. Mister Spex stands out for its unique virtual try-on technology, allowing customers to visualise how frames will look before making a purchase. This innovative approach, combined with a commitment to quality and customer service, has positioned Mister Spex as a trusted name in eyewear. With millions of satisfied customers and a growing market presence, Mister Spex continues to set benchmarks in the optical retail sector, making stylish and affordable eyewear accessible to all.
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In 2022, Mister Spex reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,266,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,882,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, primarily related to purchased electricity, and a significant 6,384,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses categories such as capital goods (1,929,000 kg CO2e), purchased goods and services (2,893,000 kg CO2e), and business travel (213,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2020, the company recorded total emissions of about 3,486,700 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 894,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 3,452,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 3,052.2 kg CO2e. This indicates a substantial increase in emissions over the two-year period, particularly in Scope 3 categories. Mister Spex has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor does it appear to have cascaded data from a parent organisation. The absence of defined climate pledges or SBTi targets suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments.
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| 2020 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 894,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 3,452,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,052.2 | 0,000,000 |
Mister Spex's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 45% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Mister Spex has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

