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Cognex

Cognex Corporation, a leading player in the machine vision and industrial barcode reading sectors, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1981, Cognex has established itself as a pioneer in the development of advanced vision systems and software, catering to a diverse range of industries including manufacturing, logistics, and automotive. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Cognex offers a unique portfolio of products, including vision sensors, 3D vision systems, and deep learning software. These innovations enable businesses to enhance quality control, streamline operations, and improve productivity. Recognised for its cutting-edge technology, Cognex has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its market position as a trusted partner for automation solutions worldwide.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Cognex's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

28

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

25

Industry Benchmark

Cognex's score of 28 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Cognex's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Cognex reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,060,000 kg CO2e, comprising 297,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2,763,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marked a slight increase from 2021, where total emissions were about 2,973,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 293,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 2,680,000 kg CO2e. Cognex's emissions have shown fluctuations over the years, with 2020 emissions recorded at approximately 2,980,000 kg CO2e. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, indicating a potential area for future focus. Overall, Cognex's carbon intensity has varied, with a reported carbon intensity of about 0.00304 metric tons CO2e per million USD in revenue for 2022. As the company continues to assess its environmental impact, further commitments to reducing emissions may be anticipated in alignment with industry standards.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Cognex's primary industry is Computer and related services (72), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Cognex is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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