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Prusa Research

Prusa Research, officially known as Prusa Research s.r.o., is a leading player in the 3D printing industry, headquartered in the Czech Republic (CZ). Founded in 2012 by Josef Prusa, the company has rapidly gained recognition for its innovative approach to desktop 3D printing, particularly with its flagship product, the Original Prusa i3 series of 3D printers. With a strong presence in Europe and expanding operations globally, Prusa Research is renowned for its open-source philosophy and commitment to quality. The company’s printers are distinguished by their user-friendly design, reliability, and exceptional print quality, making them a favourite among hobbyists and professionals alike. Notable achievements include multiple awards for product excellence and a robust community of users who contribute to the ongoing development of their technology. Prusa Research continues to set benchmarks in the 3D printing sector, solidifying its position as a market leader.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Prusa Research'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.

14

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Machinery and Equipment 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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Prusa Research's score of 14 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Prusa Research's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Prusa Research reported total carbon emissions of approximately 38,536,400 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 14,420 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 2,115,620 kg CO2e, and a significant majority from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 36,406,390 kg CO2e. The emissions data for 2023 is currently unavailable. Prusa Research has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. However, they continue to monitor and report their emissions, reflecting a commitment to transparency in their environmental impact. The company is based in the Czech Republic (CZ) and is part of the broader industry movement towards sustainability and climate responsibility.

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Scope 1
14,420
00,000
Scope 2
2,115,620
0,000,000
Scope 3
36,406,390
00,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Prusa Research's primary industry is Machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29), which is medium 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. Prusa Research is headquartered in CZ, which has a rank of very high, indicating very high 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.

Prusa Research is not committed to any 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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