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VACUUMSCHMELZE GmbH & Co. KG

VACUUMSCHMELZE GmbH & Co. KG, commonly referred to as VAC, is a leading global player in the field of advanced materials and magnetic solutions, headquartered in Hanau, Germany. Founded in 1961, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the development of high-performance magnetic materials, soft magnetic alloys, and inductive components, serving diverse industries such as automotive, aerospace, and renewable energy. With a strong emphasis on innovation, VACUUMSCHMELZE offers unique products like amorphous and nanocrystalline materials, which are renowned for their superior magnetic properties and energy efficiency. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous patents and a robust international presence, with operational facilities across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. VAC's commitment to quality and sustainability positions it as a trusted partner in the global market for advanced magnetic solutions.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery Manufacturing 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.

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Industry Benchmark

VACUUMSCHMELZE GmbH & Co. KG's score of 22 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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VACUUMSCHMELZE GmbH & Co. KG's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, VACUUMSCHMELZE GmbH & Co. KG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 318,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 37,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 281,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marked a reduction from 2021, where emissions totalled about 309,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 17,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 292,000 kg CO2e. In 2020, the company recorded total emissions of about 376,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 33,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 343,000 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, VACUUMSCHMELZE has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company continues to focus on managing its emissions, particularly in Scope 1 and Scope 2 categories, which are critical for its operational sustainability.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. VACUUMSCHMELZE GmbH & Co. KG's primary industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31), 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. This request for VACUUMSCHMELZE GmbH & Co. KG is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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VACUUMSCHMELZE GmbH & Co. KG 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
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UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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