Semcon AB, headquartered in Sweden, is a prominent player in the engineering and technology consultancy sector. Founded in 1980, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, particularly in Sweden, Germany, and the UK. Semcon excels in providing innovative solutions in product development, digital services, and technical documentation, catering to industries such as automotive, life sciences, and energy. With a commitment to sustainability and user-centric design, Semcon's unique approach combines cutting-edge technology with deep industry expertise. The company has achieved notable milestones, including significant partnerships and projects that underscore its market position as a trusted advisor in the engineering domain. Semcon continues to drive progress and innovation, making it a key player in shaping the future of technology and engineering consultancy.
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In 2024, Semcon reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,502,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 39,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 29,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2, market-based), and a significant 2,434,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The Scope 3 emissions were primarily driven by employee commuting (1,495,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (420,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2023, Semcon's total emissions were about 2,620,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight reduction in emissions year-on-year. The breakdown for 2023 included 35,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 72,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2, market-based), and 2,513,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). Semcon has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. This target encompasses biogenic land-related emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) standards for limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, Semcon's emissions data reflects a proactive approach to climate action, with a clear commitment to significant reductions in the coming years.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 88,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
Scope 2 | 318,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
Scope 3 | 3,681,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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