Spectris
Spectris plc, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading supplier of precision instrumentation and controls, serving a diverse range of industries including manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and environmental monitoring. Founded in 1982, the company has established a strong market presence through strategic acquisitions and innovation, enhancing its portfolio of high-performance products and services. With a focus on advanced measurement and control solutions, Spectris offers unique technologies that improve productivity and efficiency for its clients. The company operates globally, with significant operations in Europe, North America, and Asia, positioning itself as a trusted partner in the precision engineering sector. Notable achievements include a commitment to sustainability and continuous improvement, solidifying its reputation as a market leader in delivering value-driven solutions.
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Spectris's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Spectris reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,895,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions accounting for about 10,894,600 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, including 170,395,400 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services, 1,804,400 kg CO2e from fuel and energy-related activities, and 33,724,300 kg CO2e from upstream transportation and distribution. Spectris has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a net-zero target across its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, with a reduction target of 85% from a 2020 baseline. This commitment is supported by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which also includes a 42% reduction target for Scope 3 emissions by 2030. The company plans to increase its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 5% in 2020 to 100% by 2030. In 2023, Spectris reported total emissions of approximately 12,144,000 kg CO2e, indicating a decrease from the previous year's total of about 17,546,000 kg CO2e in 2022. This reduction reflects the company's ongoing efforts to improve its sustainability practices and reduce its carbon footprint. Overall, Spectris is committed to achieving significant reductions in its carbon emissions, aligning with global climate goals and demonstrating leadership in sustainability within the technology hardware and equipment sector.
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| 2014 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 10,380,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 35,210,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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