Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., a leading name in the life sciences and laboratory equipment industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2006 through the merger of Thermo Electron and Fisher Scientific, the company has established itself as a global powerhouse, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Specialising in analytical instruments, reagents, and consumables, Thermo Fisher provides innovative solutions that enhance scientific research and healthcare. Their core offerings include mass spectrometry, chromatography, and molecular biology products, distinguished by their precision and reliability. With a strong market position, Thermo Fisher Scientific is recognised for its commitment to advancing scientific discovery and improving patient outcomes, making it a trusted partner for researchers and healthcare professionals worldwide.
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Thermo Fisher Scientific's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Thermo Fisher Scientific reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 11,320,351,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 331,463,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 229,110,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, amounting to about 11,203,510,000 kg CO2e, which cover indirect emissions from the value chain. Thermo Fisher has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2018 baseline. This target is part of a broader strategy to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. The company has also committed to reducing absolute Scope 3 emissions by 90% by 2050, with a focus on engaging suppliers to adopt science-based targets. These initiatives align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which has validated Thermo Fisher's near-term and long-term targets, ensuring they are consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company has made progress towards these goals, achieving a 25% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to 2018 levels as of 2023. Overall, Thermo Fisher Scientific is actively working to enhance its sustainability practices and reduce its carbon footprint, reflecting a strong commitment to addressing climate change.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 321,190,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 486,151,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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