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Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH Sustainability Profile

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Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH, a leading name in the vacuum technology industry, is headquartered in Asslar, Germany. Founded in 1890, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the development of vacuum solutions, serving key 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 various sectors, 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 businesses seeking advanced vacuum solutions. With a rich history of technological advancements and a focus on sustainability, Pfeiffer Vacuum continues to lead the way in vacuum technology, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency for its global clientele.

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61

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Gas Electricity 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH's score of 61 is higher than 84% 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 GmbH's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG

Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH, headquartered in Germany (DE), currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG, which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As of now, Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH has not outlined any specific reduction targets or initiatives in its climate strategy. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments. The emissions data and climate initiatives are cascaded from Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG, which is responsible for the overarching climate strategy and performance metrics. This relationship indicates that any future emissions data or reduction targets may be derived from the parent company's initiatives. In summary, while Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH is part of a larger corporate structure that may have climate commitments, specific emissions data and reduction targets are currently not available. The company appears to be in a position to develop its climate strategy further, potentially aligning with industry standards in the future.

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20202021202220232024
Scope 1
3,524,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
11,881,000
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00,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
-
0,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH's primary industry is Gas Electricity, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH'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 Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 16% last year and increased significantly since 2021, 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 "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 89% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
89%
Purchased Goods and Services
6%
Capital Goods
1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH'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.

Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH 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
Reduction Actions

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