Eppendorf AG, a leading name in the health and social work services sector, is headquartered in Hamburg, Germany. Founded in 1945, the company has established itself as a pioneer in laboratory equipment and consumables, primarily serving the life sciences and biotechnology industries. Eppendorf's core offerings include high-quality pipettes, centrifuges, and bioreactors, renowned for their precision and reliability.
With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Eppendorf has achieved significant milestones, including numerous innovations that enhance laboratory efficiency. The company is recognised for its commitment to quality and sustainability, positioning itself as a trusted partner for researchers worldwide. Eppendorf's dedication to advancing scientific discovery continues to solidify its market leadership in the health and social work services industry.
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Industry Intensity
Health Services has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Health Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 23% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2025
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Eppendorf's reported carbon emissions
Eppendorf SE, headquartered in DE and operating within the Health and social work services (85) industry, reported approximately 270,411,000 kg CO2e in total emissions for 2022. This figure encompasses Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.
For Scope 1, Eppendorf recorded 7,009,000 kg CO2e in 2022. Scope 2 emissions, using the market-based method, were 1,805,000 kg CO2e in the same year. Significant Scope 3 emissions were driven by the use of sold products, amounting to approximately 246,561,000 kg CO2e in 2022, with upstream transportation and distribution contributing 5,757,000 kg CO2e and business travel totalling 2,256,000 kg CO2e.
Eppendorf has set ambitious climate commitments. The company aims to achieve zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2028, using 2019 as a baseline year. Furthermore, Eppendorf SE is committed to reducing its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 63.0% by 2035, based on a 2023 base year. This target aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is consistent with keeping warming to 1.5°C. Additionally, Eppendorf has committed to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, and the use of sold products by 63.0% by 2035 from a 2023 base year.
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Eppendorf’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2035
63% reduction in Scope 2
Eppendorf SE commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 63.0% by 2035 from a 2023 base year.
2035
63% reduction in scope 3 total
Eppendorf SE also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods and use of sold products…
2035
63% reduction in Scope 1
Eppendorf SE commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 63.0% by 2035 from a 2023 base year.
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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