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Rohde And Schwarz Sustainability Profile

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Rohde & Schwarz, a leading global provider of test and measurement solutions, is headquartered in Germany (DE) and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Founded in 1933, the company has established itself as a key player in the telecommunications, aerospace, and defence industries, offering innovative solutions that enhance communication and security. The firm is renowned for its cutting-edge products, including signal and spectrum analysers, network testers, and secure communications systems. Rohde & Schwarz stands out for its commitment to quality and precision, which has earned it a strong market position and numerous accolades over the years. With a focus on research and development, the company continues to drive advancements in technology, ensuring it remains at the forefront of the industry.

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20

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer Services 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.

31

Industry Benchmark

Rohde And Schwarz's score of 20 is lower than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

15%

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Rohde And Schwarz's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, Rohde & Schwarz reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 53,128,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 9,167,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 43,961,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious reduction targets aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aiming for a 46% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 27.5% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. For the year 2020, the total emissions were approximately 50,286,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 9,113,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 41,173,000 kg CO2e. The company has committed to further reductions, targeting a 63% decrease in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions, as well as Scope 3 emissions, by FY2034 from a FY2023 base year. Rohde & Schwarz's climate commitments reflect a strong dedication to sustainability within the technology hardware and equipment sector, with a focus on achieving significant emissions reductions in the near term. The company has not reported emissions data for 2023 yet, but its ongoing initiatives and targets indicate a proactive approach to addressing climate change.

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20202021
Scope 1
9,113,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
41,173,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
475,655,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Rohde And Schwarz's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Rohde And Schwarz's primary industry is Computer Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Rohde And Schwarz'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 Rohde And Schwarz is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Rohde And Schwarz's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Rohde And Schwarz's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 6% last year and decreased by approximately 6% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 77% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2021
Purchased Goods and Services
77%
Employee Commuting
8%
Processing of Sold Products
4%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
3%
Capital Goods
3%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
Waste Generated in Operations
2%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Rohde And Schwarz'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.

Rohde And Schwarz has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. 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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