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Oxford Instruments Sustainability Profile

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Oxford Instruments plc, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading provider of high-technology tools and systems for research and industry. Founded in 1959, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia. Specialising in advanced materials, nanotechnology, and superconducting technologies, Oxford Instruments is renowned for its innovative solutions that enhance scientific discovery and industrial processes. The company’s core offerings include cryogenic systems, electron microscopy, and analytical instruments, all designed to meet the evolving needs of its diverse clientele. With a commitment to quality and precision, Oxford Instruments has achieved a notable market position, recognised for its contributions to both academia and industry. Over the years, the company has reached significant milestones, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the scientific community.

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56

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other Services 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Oxford Instruments's score of 56 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Oxford Instruments's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Oxford Instruments, headquartered in Great Britain, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,088,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined, with Scope 1 emissions at 373,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 1,715,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across its operations (Scopes 1 and 2) by 2030. Additionally, it targets a 50% reduction in Scope 1 emissions and a 70% reduction in Scope 2 emissions by 2030, both from a 2022/23 baseline. Globally, Oxford Instruments reported total emissions of about 99,014,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions constituting the majority at approximately 96,228,000 kg CO2e. The company has committed to reducing these Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2030 and 90% by 2045, using FY2024 as the base year. Oxford Instruments' long-term strategy includes maintaining at least a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions from FY2030 through FY2045. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company is on track to meet its near-term targets, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action.

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20202021202220232024
Scope 1
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000,000
000,000
000,000
Scope 2
321,150
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000,000
000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
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00,000,000
00,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Oxford Instruments's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Oxford Instruments's primary industry is Other services (93), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Oxford Instruments's Location?

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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. This request for Oxford Instruments is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Oxford Instruments's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Oxford Instruments's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 8% last year and increased by approximately 8% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 57% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
57%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
33%
Processing of Sold Products
32%
Business Travel
5%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
3%
Employee Commuting
2%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%

Oxford Instruments's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Oxford Instruments has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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