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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Universal Robots's score of 7 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Universal Robots's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Universal Robots reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,800,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions across all three scopes: Scope 1 emissions were about 45,300 kg CO2e, primarily from direct operations, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 261,800 kg CO2e, mainly from purchased electricity (about 251,200 kg CO2e) and purchased heat (about 10,600 kg CO2e). The most significant contributor to their carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, which amounted to around 1,437,600 kg CO2e, largely driven by business travel (approximately 1,437,600 kg CO2e) and minimal emissions from purchased goods and services (about 3,800 kg CO2e). Currently, Universal Robots has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. This lack of formal commitments highlights an opportunity for the company to enhance its climate strategy and align with industry standards for sustainability. As a leader in the robotics sector, Universal Robots is positioned to make significant strides in reducing its carbon emissions and contributing to global climate goals.
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Add to project| 2022 | |
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| Scope 1 | 45,300 |
| Scope 2 | 261,800 |
| Scope 3 | 1,441,400 |
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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.
