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Oxford Instruments America, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Oxford Instruments America, Inc., a subsidiary of the renowned Oxford Instruments plc, is headquartered in the United States and serves key operational regions across North America. Established in 1959, the company has become a leader in the scientific and industrial instrumentation sector, specialising in advanced materials and nanotechnology. With a diverse portfolio that includes superconducting magnets, cryogenic systems, and analytical tools, Oxford Instruments America is distinguished by its commitment to innovation and precision. The company’s products are integral to research and development in various fields, including physics, materials science, and life sciences. Recognised for its technological advancements and customer-centric approach, Oxford Instruments America has solidified its market position as a trusted partner for researchers and industry professionals alike, contributing significantly to scientific progress and industrial applications.

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65

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Oxford Instruments America, Inc.'s score of 65 is higher than 81% 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 America, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Oxford Instruments plc

Oxford Instruments America, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. However, the company is part of a corporate family that includes Oxford Instruments plc, from which it inherits climate commitments and initiatives. As a current subsidiary of Oxford Instruments plc, the climate strategies and targets are cascaded down from the parent organisation. While specific reduction targets and initiatives for Oxford Instruments America, Inc. are not detailed, the overarching commitments from Oxford Instruments plc may influence its operational practices. The company is engaged in industry-standard climate initiatives, including the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which aims to set ambitious emissions reduction targets in line with climate science. However, no specific targets or achievements have been disclosed for the current reporting period. In summary, while Oxford Instruments America, Inc. does not provide specific emissions data or reduction targets, it is aligned with the climate commitments of its parent company, Oxford Instruments plc, and is expected to adhere to industry best practices in emissions management and sustainability.

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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
-
-
-
00,000,000
00,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Oxford Instruments America, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Oxford Instruments America, Inc.'s primary industry is Business Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Oxford Instruments America, Inc.'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 America, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Oxford Instruments America, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Oxford Instruments America, Inc.'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 America, Inc.'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 America, Inc. 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.

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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