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Mks Instruments

MKS Instruments, Inc., a leading provider of instruments and systems, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1961, the company has established itself in the precision measurement and control industry, focusing on sectors such as semiconductor manufacturing, industrial technologies, and life sciences. MKS offers a diverse range of core products, including pressure measurement devices, gas flow controllers, and vacuum solutions, all designed to enhance process performance and reliability. Their commitment to innovation and quality has positioned them as a trusted partner in critical applications, earning notable achievements in market share and customer satisfaction. With a strong emphasis on advanced technology, MKS Instruments continues to lead the way in delivering unique solutions that meet the evolving needs of its global clientele.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Mks Instruments'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.

35

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Furniture 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.

24

Industry Benchmark

Mks Instruments's score of 35 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Mks Instruments's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, MKS Instruments, headquartered in the United States, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 69,026,000 kg CO2e, comprising 7,370,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 61,656,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has also disclosed its Scope 3 emissions, which include business travel and other categories, although specific figures for 2023 are not provided. MKS Instruments has set an ambitious target to reduce its combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2022 as the baseline year. This commitment reflects the company's proactive approach to addressing climate change and aligns with industry standards for emissions reduction. In 2022, the company reported total emissions of approximately 74,528,000 kg CO2e, indicating a significant increase from previous years, which highlights the importance of their reduction initiatives. The company is committed to transparency in its emissions reporting and has made strides in understanding and managing its carbon footprint, particularly in the semiconductor and semiconductor equipment sector. MKS Instruments continues to focus on sustainability and climate responsibility as part of its corporate strategy.

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2020202120222023
Scope 1
2,316,000
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0,000,000
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Scope 2
29,033,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
1,611,000
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0,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Mks Instruments's primary industry is Furniture; other manufactured goods n.e.c. (36), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Mks Instruments is headquartered in US, 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.

Mks Instruments 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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