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Research Institutes of Sweden (RISE) is a leading Swedish research and development organisation headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. Established in 2017 through the merger of several prominent research entities, RISE specialises in providing innovative R&D services across multiple sectors, including industry, healthcare, and sustainable development.
With a strong presence across Sweden and collaborations extending internationally, RISE is recognised for its expertise in advancing technological solutions and fostering innovation. Its core offerings include applied research, testing, certification, and product development, distinguished by a focus on practical, market-ready results. As a key player in Sweden’s R&D landscape, RISE has achieved notable milestones in driving sustainable growth and technological progress within the industry.
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Research Institutes Of Sweden’s score of 42 is higher than 59% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Research Institutes of Sweden (RISE), headquartered in Sweden and operating in Research and development services (73), has reported its carbon emissions. For 2025, RISE recorded Scope 1 emissions of approximately 544,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based emissions of approximately 1,865,000 kg CO2e. In 2024, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 832,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 market-based emissions at approximately 1,870,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw Scope 1 emissions of about 1,035,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based emissions of roughly 1,871,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, Scope 1 emissions totalled approximately 1,017,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 market-based emissions were about 1,786,000 kg CO2e.
For 2021, RISE reported Scope 1 emissions of 776,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of 1,321,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for business travel were also reported as 637,000 kg CO2e. In 2020, total emissions were approximately 3,068,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions of 1,218,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 business travel at 231,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were not disclosed for 2020. In 2019, Scope 1 emissions were 868,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were 1,287,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 business travel was 395,000 kg CO2e. In 2018, Scope 2 emissions included purchased heat of 80,000 kg CO2e and purchased electricity of 232,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 business travel at 372,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were not disclosed for 2018.
RISE Research Institutes of Sweden AB has committed to a near-term target as of September 2022, with its status reported as "Committed." The organisation is not currently committed to a net-zero target. RISE's reporting for Scope 1 and 2 emissions consistently highlights a focus on reducing their direct operational impact, with a general downward trend in Scope 1 emissions observed from 2020 to 2022, followed by an increase in 2023 and 2024 before a decrease in 2025. Scope 3 emissions, particularly business travel, are also disclosed for certain years, indicating an awareness of indirect impacts within the research and development services sector.
2030
42% reduction in Scope 1
RISE Research Institutes of Sweden AB commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from 2022 base year. RISE Research…
2030
42% reduction in Scope 2
RISE Research Institutes of Sweden AB commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from 2022 base year. RISE Research…
2030
25% reduction in scope 3 total
RISE Research Institutes of Sweden AB commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from 2022 base year. RISE Research…
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