ZEISS Group Sustainability Profile
The ZEISS Group, officially known as Carl Zeiss AG, is a leading global player in the optics and optoelectronics industry, headquartered in Oberkochen, Germany. Founded in 1846, ZEISS has established itself as a pioneer in precision optics, with significant operations across Europe, North America, and Asia. Specialising in areas such as microscopy, medical technology, and consumer optics, ZEISS is renowned for its innovative products, including high-performance lenses and advanced imaging systems. The company’s commitment to quality and precision has earned it a prominent market position, with notable achievements in research and development. With a rich history marked by technological advancements, ZEISS continues to shape the future of optics, making it a trusted name among professionals and consumers alike.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
ZEISS Group's score of 34 is higher than 57% 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 Group's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, the ZEISS Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 63.99 million kg CO2e, comprising 58.16 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 5.83 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a slight increase from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 57.98 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 52.49 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 5.48 million kg CO2e. The ZEISS Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality in its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by the end of 2025. This goal includes compensating for all unavoidable emissions. The company previously established a target to reduce its CO2 emissions by 50% relative to its value added by the fiscal year 2019/20, which remains valid. The emissions data is cascaded from the ZEISS Group, reflecting its commitment to sustainability and climate action within its operational framework. The company continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint while enhancing energy efficiency across its operations.
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| 2010 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 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 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - |
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ZEISS Group's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
ZEISS Group's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 95% last year and increased by approximately 95% 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 "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 51% of Scope 3 emissions.
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ZEISS Group'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 Group has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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