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Universal Robots

Universal Robots, a leading player in the field of collaborative robotics, is headquartered in Denmark (DK). Founded in 2005, the company has revolutionised automation by developing user-friendly robotic arms designed for a variety of industries, including manufacturing, logistics, and healthcare. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Universal Robots has achieved significant milestones, such as the introduction of its UR series of robots, which are renowned for their flexibility and ease of integration. These collaborative robots, or cobots, stand out due to their ability to work safely alongside human operators, enhancing productivity without the need for extensive safety measures. As a pioneer in the cobot market, Universal Robots has garnered numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for businesses seeking to optimise their operations through automation.

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27

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer 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

Universal Robots's score of 27 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Universal Robots's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Universal Robots, headquartered in Denmark (DK), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,800,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 45,300 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 261,800 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, primarily related to purchased electricity and heat. Notably, the company’s Scope 3 emissions, which account for indirect emissions from the value chain, were significant at about 1,437,600 kg CO2e, largely driven by business travel. Despite the substantial emissions figures, Universal Robots has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of defined climate commitments suggests a need for further transparency and action in their sustainability strategy. As the industry increasingly prioritises climate action, Universal Robots may benefit from establishing clear goals to enhance their environmental performance and align with global climate standards.

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2022
Scope 1
45,300
Scope 2
261,800
Scope 3
1,441,400

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Universal Robots's primary industry is Computer and related services (72), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Universal Robots is headquartered in DK, which has a rank of low, indicating 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.

Universal Robots 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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