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SICK

SICK AG, commonly referred to as SICK, is a leading global provider of sensor solutions headquartered in Brazil (BR). Founded in 1946, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Europe, Asia, and North America. SICK operates primarily within the industrial automation sector, specialising in sensor technology, safety systems, and data-driven solutions. The company is renowned for its innovative products, such as photoelectric sensors, encoders, and safety laser scanners, which are designed to enhance efficiency and safety in manufacturing processes. SICK's commitment to quality and technological advancement has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements in automation and process control. With a focus on Industry 4.0, SICK continues to drive advancements in smart manufacturing and IoT applications, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the automation industry.

DitchCarbon Score

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45

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

SICK's score of 45 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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SICK's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, SICK reported total carbon emissions of approximately 13,135,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 4,313,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 16,617,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, with a target to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2030, starting from 2023. In 2022, SICK's emissions were approximately 12,922,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 4,091,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 9,076,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The previous year, 2021, saw emissions of about 12,967,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 5,075,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 4,295,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). SICK's emissions data indicates a proactive approach to climate commitments, with a clear trajectory towards reducing their environmental impact. The company is headquartered in Brazil and is focused on implementing strategies to meet their ambitious net zero target by 2030.

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20192020202120222023
Scope 1
8,241
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Scope 2
31,000
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Scope 3
4,556
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. SICK's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. SICK is headquartered in BR, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

SICK 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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