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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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 2,120,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1 (about 64,000,000 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (approximately 5,800,000 kg CO2e), and Scope 3 emissions (around 2,114,458,000 kg CO2e). The Scope 3 emissions include substantial categories such as purchased goods and services (about 1,195,069,000 kg CO2e) and the use of sold products (approximately 137,507,000 kg CO2e). ZEISS has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality in its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by the end of fiscal year 2024/25. This goal is part of a broader strategy that includes a 20% reduction in energy consumption relative to its own value added by the same timeframe. Additionally, the company has previously committed to a 50% reduction in CO2 emissions and energy consumption relative to its value added by fiscal year 2019/20. The emissions data for ZEISS is cascaded from the parent organization, reflecting the company's commitment to sustainability and climate action within its corporate family. The ZEISS Group continues to enhance its sustainability initiatives, aligning with industry standards and expectations for reducing carbon footprints.
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| 2010 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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ZEISS Group's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
ZEISS Group's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 30% last year and increased by approximately 155% 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 "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 57% 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.
