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Pfeiffer Vacuum

Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG, commonly referred to as Pfeiffer Vacuum, is a leading provider of vacuum solutions headquartered in Asslar, Germany. Established in 1890, the company has evolved into a key player in the vacuum technology industry, serving major operational regions across Europe, Asia, and North America. Specialising in high-quality vacuum pumps, measurement instruments, and leak detection systems, Pfeiffer Vacuum is renowned for its innovative products that cater to diverse applications, including semiconductor manufacturing, coating technology, and analytical instrumentation. The company’s commitment to precision and reliability has solidified its market position, making it a trusted partner for industries requiring advanced vacuum solutions. With a rich history of technological advancements, Pfeiffer Vacuum continues to set benchmarks in the vacuum sector, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency for its clients.

DitchCarbon Score

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52

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.

15

Industry Benchmark

Pfeiffer Vacuum's score of 52 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Pfeiffer Vacuum's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 24,364,600 kg CO2e. This includes 2,347,200 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 6,831,200 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 6,979,700 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. Pfeiffer Vacuum has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 58.8% by 2034, using 2022 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company plans to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 52% in 2022 to 100% by 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, Pfeiffer Vacuum aims for a 35% reduction by 2034. Long-term goals include a 96% reduction in absolute Scope 1 emissions, a 93% reduction in Scope 2 emissions, and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions, all by 2050. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to sustainable practices in the electrical equipment and machinery sector.

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1,434,000
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2,116,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Pfeiffer Vacuum'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. Pfeiffer Vacuum is headquartered in DE, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Pfeiffer Vacuum 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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