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Electrical Machinery Manufacturing
DE
updated a month ago

smart microwave sensors GmbH Sustainability Profile

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Smart Microwave Sensors GmbH, headquartered in Germany, is a leading innovator in the field of advanced sensor technology. Founded in 2008, the company has established itself as a key player in the development of high-precision microwave sensors, primarily serving the automotive and smart city sectors. With a focus on traffic monitoring and vehicle detection, Smart Microwave Sensors offers unique solutions that enhance safety and efficiency in urban environments. Their cutting-edge products are distinguished by their accuracy, reliability, and ease of integration, making them essential tools for modern infrastructure. Recognised for their commitment to quality and innovation, Smart Microwave Sensors GmbH continues to expand its operational reach across Europe, solidifying its market position as a trusted provider of intelligent sensor solutions.

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23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery Manufacturing 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.

32

Industry Benchmark

smart microwave sensors GmbH's score of 23 is lower than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

31%

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smart microwave sensors GmbH's reported carbon emissions

In 2018, smart microwave sensors GmbH reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,491,100 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 92,488,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 16,696,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 1,381,900 kg CO2e. Notably, the largest contributors to Scope 3 emissions were purchased goods and services, which accounted for about 839,591,000 kg CO2e, and the use of sold products, contributing approximately 165,942,000 kg CO2e. The company has not established any specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor does it participate in initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). As a result, there are no documented climate pledges or commitments to reduce emissions in the future. The absence of reduction targets suggests that smart microwave sensors GmbH may need to enhance its climate strategy to align with industry standards and expectations for sustainability.

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201620172018
Scope 1
99,450,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
98,319,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
1,381,369,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is smart microwave sensors GmbH's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. smart microwave sensors GmbH's primary industry is Electrical Machinery Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is smart microwave sensors GmbH'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 smart microwave sensors GmbH is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

smart microwave sensors GmbH's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

smart microwave sensors GmbH's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 100% last year and decreased by approximately 100% since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 1% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 60756% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2018
Purchased Goods and Services
60756%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
12826%
Use of Sold Products
12008%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
6312%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
3674%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
3212%
Business Travel
1166%
Waste Generated in Operations
43%

smart microwave sensors GmbH'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.

smart microwave sensors GmbH has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. 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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