Zumtobel Group, headquartered in Austria (AT), is a leading player in the lighting industry, renowned for its innovative solutions in professional and architectural lighting. Founded in 1950, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia, continually pushing the boundaries of design and technology. Specialising in high-quality lighting systems, Zumtobel offers a diverse range of products, including LED luminaires and intelligent lighting controls, which are distinguished by their energy efficiency and aesthetic appeal. The company’s commitment to sustainability and smart lighting solutions has positioned it as a market leader, earning accolades for its design excellence and environmental responsibility. With a focus on enhancing user experience and well-being through light, Zumtobel remains at the forefront of the industry, driving innovation and setting benchmarks for quality and performance.
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In 2025, Zumtobel Group AG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 13.5 billion kg CO2e from its operations in Austria. This figure includes 6,786,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 2,915,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and approximately 13.4 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 66% by 2030 from a 2020/21 baseline and to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Additionally, Zumtobel plans to cut its Scope 3 emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2022/23 as the baseline. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to sustainable practices within the electrical equipment and machinery sector. The long-term goal includes a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050, alongside a similar reduction for Scope 3 emissions. Zumtobel's initiatives are part of a broader strategy to enhance its ecological footprint and contribute to global climate goals.
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| 2010 | 2013 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,667,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 38,093,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Zumtobel's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 23% last year and decreased by approximately 17% since 2021, 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 "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 88% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Zumtobel 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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