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.
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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.
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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.
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 contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 36,406,390 kg CO2e. The emissions data for 2023 is currently unavailable. Prusa Research has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor have they outlined any climate pledges. However, they are actively engaged in measuring their carbon footprint, with metrics such as carbon emissions per printlet reported at approximately 0.01121 kg CO2e. This indicates a focus on understanding and potentially mitigating their environmental impact through product-related emissions. Overall, while Prusa Research has not set formal reduction targets, their emissions data highlights the importance of addressing both direct and indirect emissions in their operations.
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Add to project| 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 14,420 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,115,620 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 36,406,390 | 00,000,000 |
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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.
