ZEISS Group
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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ZEISS Group's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, the ZEISS Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 62,322,000 kg CO2e, comprising 56,930,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 5,392,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to achieve carbon neutrality for its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by the end of fiscal year 2024/25. This commitment is part of a broader strategy to reduce energy consumption by 20% relative to its own value added by the same timeframe. Historically, ZEISS has made significant strides in reducing its carbon footprint. For instance, it achieved a 50% reduction in CO2 emissions and energy consumption relative to its own value added by fiscal year 2019/20, compared to a 2009/10 baseline. The company continues to focus on both absolute and intensity-based reduction targets, aiming to further decrease emissions in the coming years. Overall, ZEISS is committed to sustainability and actively works towards minimising its environmental impact through various initiatives and reduction targets across its operations.
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| 2010 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 210,223,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 182,784,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 182,784,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - |
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ZEISS Group 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.
