Smartoptics, officially known as Smartoptics AS, is a leading provider of optical networking solutions headquartered in Norway. Founded in 2010, the company has established a strong presence in Europe and North America, focusing on the telecommunications and data centre industries. Smartoptics is renowned for its innovative products, including passive optical networking systems and advanced optical multiplexers, which are designed to enhance network efficiency and scalability. Their unique approach to open optical networking sets them apart in a competitive market, enabling seamless integration with existing infrastructure. With a commitment to quality and performance, Smartoptics has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner for service providers and enterprises seeking reliable optical solutions. The company continues to drive advancements in the optical networking sector, solidifying its reputation as a key player in the industry.
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In 2024, Smartoptics reported total carbon emissions of approximately 497,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 0 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 4,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 493,000 kg CO2e. The significant contributors to Scope 3 emissions included employee commute (about 234,000 kg CO2e), use of sold products (approximately 109,000 kg CO2e), and upstream transportation and distribution (around 25,000 kg CO2e). In 2023, the company recorded total emissions of about 491,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions again at 0 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 20,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 471,000 kg CO2e. Notably, employee commute accounted for about 269,000 kg CO2e, while upstream transportation and distribution contributed approximately 104,000 kg CO2e. For 2022, Smartoptics reported total emissions of about 770 kg CO2e for Scope 2, with no Scope 1 emissions and no disclosed Scope 3 emissions. Despite the detailed emissions reporting, Smartoptics has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or commitments to frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The emissions data is sourced directly from Smartoptics Group AS, with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations.
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2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | - | - | - |
Scope 2 | 770 | 00,000 | 0,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Smartoptics is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.