Zeiss Sustainability Profile
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 score of 32 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Zeiss's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Zeiss reported global carbon 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 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, which reflects its commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency. The emissions data for Zeiss is cascaded from its parent company, Carl Zeiss Meditec AG, which provides a broader context for its climate initiatives. As part of its sustainability strategy, Zeiss is committed to aligning with industry standards and best practices in reducing carbon emissions.
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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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Zeiss's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Zeiss's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 100% last year and decreased by approximately 100% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Capital Goods" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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Zeiss's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Zeiss has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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