Zeiss
Founded in 1846, Carl Zeiss AG, commonly known as Zeiss, is a leading global player in the optics and optoelectronics industry. Headquartered in Oberkochen, Germany, the company operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia, providing innovative solutions in various sectors, including healthcare, consumer products, and industrial metrology. Zeiss is renowned for its precision optics, including high-performance lenses, microscopes, and imaging systems. The company’s commitment to quality and technological advancement has positioned it as a trusted name in both professional and consumer markets. Notable achievements include pioneering advancements in optical technology and maintaining a strong market presence through continuous innovation and strategic partnerships. With a legacy of excellence, Zeiss remains at the forefront of optical solutions, enhancing vision and enabling scientific discovery worldwide.
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Zeiss's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Zeiss reported total global emissions of approximately 63,987,000 kg CO2e, comprising 58,158,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 5,829,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. In the UK, emissions for the same year totalled about 1,923,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 853,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at 1,070,000 kg CO2e, primarily from employee commuting. Zeiss has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions as much as possible by the fiscal year 2024/25, with plans to offset any unavoidable emissions. The company targets a 20% reduction in energy consumption relative to its value added by 2024/25 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The emissions data for Zeiss is cascaded from its parent company, Carl Zeiss Meditec AG, which is responsible for the overarching climate initiatives and targets. As part of its sustainability strategy, Zeiss is committed to aligning with industry standards and best practices in emissions reduction, although specific SBTi targets have not been disclosed. Overall, Zeiss is actively working towards significant reductions in its carbon footprint while maintaining transparency in its emissions reporting.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 31,686,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 177,720,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | 000,000 | - | - |
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