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Lexmark Sustainability Profile

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Lexmark International, Inc., commonly known as Lexmark, is a leading provider of printing and imaging solutions headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1991, the company has established a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, focusing on the development of innovative technologies in the printing industry. Specialising in managed print services, enterprise software, and advanced printing solutions, Lexmark is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and efficiency. The company’s core products include multifunction printers, laser printers, and comprehensive document management solutions, all designed to enhance productivity and reduce operational costs. With a reputation for quality and reliability, Lexmark has achieved significant milestones, including numerous industry awards for innovation. Its strategic focus on customer-centric solutions positions Lexmark as a formidable player in the competitive printing market.

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72

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.

32

Industry Benchmark

Lexmark's score of 72 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

83%

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Lexmark's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Lexmark International, Inc. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,608,323,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 7,941,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 51,451,000 kg CO2e. The majority of their emissions, approximately 1,608,314,000 kg CO2e, were classified under Scope 3, primarily from the use of sold products. Lexmark has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 GHG emissions by 27.5% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. They also target a 22% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products per printer sold by 2030. Additionally, Lexmark is committed to increasing its annual sourcing of renewable electricity to 100% by 2030, up from 0% in 2019. The company has achieved a 43% reduction in Scopes 1 and 2 emissions from 2015 to 2022, surpassing its initial goal of 40%. Lexmark's long-term vision includes a commitment to net zero CO2 emissions by 2050, aligning with global climate standards. This emissions data and reduction targets are cascaded from Lexmark International, Inc., which operates under the corporate family relationship with Xerox Holdings Corporation.

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How Carbon Intensive is Lexmark's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Lexmark's primary industry is Computer Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Lexmark's Location?

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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. This request for Lexmark is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Lexmark's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Lexmark's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 24% last year and increased significantly since 2013, 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 86% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Use of Sold Products
86%
Purchased Goods and Services
10%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
1%
Employee Commuting
1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Downstream Leased Assets
<1%

Lexmark'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.

Lexmark 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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