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 score of 8 is lower than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Zeiss's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Zeiss reported total carbon emissions of approximately 57,977,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 52,493,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 5,484,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a significant reduction from previous years, with emissions in 2022 recorded at approximately 62,255,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Zeiss has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2020, the company reported total emissions of approximately 124,783,000 kg CO2e, which included a substantial Scope 3 contribution of about 830,470,000 kg CO2e, indicating a focus on upstream emissions. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed in their reports, Zeiss continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting an ongoing commitment to sustainability and climate responsibility. The company’s emissions data shows a trend towards lower emissions per unit of revenue, indicating improved efficiency in their operations. Overall, Zeiss's emissions data highlights its efforts to address climate change, although further details on specific reduction targets would enhance understanding of their long-term climate strategy.
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Add to project| 2010 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Zeiss 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.
