Cognex Corporation, a leader in the electronic computer manufacturing industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1981, Cognex has established itself as a pioneer in machine vision and industrial barcode reading technologies. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, the company focuses on providing innovative solutions that enhance automation and improve productivity across various sectors.
Cognex's core products include advanced vision systems, barcode readers, and software solutions, all designed to optimise manufacturing processes. What sets Cognex apart is its commitment to delivering high-performance, reliable products that integrate seamlessly into existing systems. Recognised for its market leadership, Cognex continues to achieve significant milestones, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in the automation landscape.
-21 vs industry average
Cognex’s score of 32 is lower than 26% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Part of the Sustainability team at Cognex?
- Control how your company's emission story is told
- Respond to customers efficiently
- See who's viewing your profile
Industry Intensity
Electronic Computer Manufacturing is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Electronic Computer Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 21% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Cognex's reported carbon emissions
Cognex, a US-based Electronic Computer Manufacturing firm, has reported its carbon emissions for recent years. In 2024, the company's total emissions were approximately 105.5 million kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Scope 1 emissions for 2024 amounted to approximately 2.0 million kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were approximately 5.4 million kg CO2e (location-based). Scope 3 emissions were the largest component, totalling around 97.5 million kg CO2e for 2024. It's important to note that for 2024, there were missing data points for Scope 3, specifically concerning purchased goods and services.
Looking at previous years, Cognex reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 3.1 million kg CO2e in 2022, and 3.0 million kg CO2e in 2021 and 2020. In 2019, Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 1.7 million kg CO2e. Notably, Scope 3 data was not disclosed for the years 2019 through 2022.
Cognex is actively engaged in climate initiatives, as evidenced by their sustainability reporting. While specific, quantifiable reduction targets are not detailed here, the company's commitment to addressing its environmental impact is evident through its emissions disclosures. The firm is part of the reporting framework provided by S&P Global.
Unlock detailed emission data
Access structured emission data, company specific factors and auditable source documents
Cognex’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
No climate goals have been disclosed for Cognex yet.
Scope 3 top emissions categories
No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.
Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
View similar organisationsUsage policy
You’re welcome to quote or reference data from this page, but please include a visible link back to this URL. Bulk collection, resale, or redistribution of data from multiple profiles is not permitted.
See our License Agreement for more details.
Where does DitchCarbondata come from?
Discover our data-driven methodology for measuring corporate climate action and benchmarking against industry peers
Learn moreCurious to see your top suppliers emissions?
Book a demo for a pilot project