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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Prusa Research's score of 14 is higher than 81% 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 2021 and 2022, Prusa Research reported total carbon emissions of approximately 38,536,400 kg CO2e each year. The breakdown of these emissions includes about 14,420 kg CO2e from Scope 1, which covers direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and approximately 2,115,620 kg CO2e from Scope 2, representing indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions, about 36,406,390 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses all other indirect emissions in the value chain. As of 2023, specific emissions data has not been disclosed, but the company has provided insights into their carbon emissions per printlet, indicating approximately 0.01121 kg CO2e per printlet produced. Despite the lack of formal reduction targets or climate pledges, Prusa Research is actively monitoring and reporting its emissions, reflecting a commitment to transparency in its climate impact.
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Get Started| 2021 | 2022 | |
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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 |
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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.
