Louis Poulsen
Louis Poulsen, a renowned lighting design company, is headquartered in Denmark (DK) and has established a significant presence in Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1874, the company has a rich history marked by innovative milestones in architectural and decorative lighting. Specialising in high-quality lighting solutions, Louis Poulsen is celebrated for its unique blend of functionality and aesthetics, with iconic products such as the PH lamp series and the AJ lamp designed by Arne Jacobsen. These designs not only illuminate spaces but also enhance the overall ambience, reflecting the brand's commitment to craftsmanship and design excellence. With a strong market position, Louis Poulsen has garnered numerous awards for its contributions to the lighting industry, solidifying its reputation as a leader in both residential and commercial lighting solutions.
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Louis Poulsen's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Louis Poulsen reported total carbon emissions of approximately 27,874,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 902,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 149,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 26,675,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from the use of sold products (15,968,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (5,029,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, the company’s total emissions were about 39,533,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction of approximately 11,659,000 kg CO2e year-on-year. This reduction is notable, particularly in Scope 1 and 2 emissions, which totalled 1,203,000 kg CO2e in 2022, down from 1,300,000 kg CO2e in 2021. Despite these reductions, Louis Poulsen has not set specific science-based targets (SBTi) or formal climate pledges, nor have they disclosed any reduction initiatives. The company operates independently without cascading emissions data from a parent organisation. Overall, while Louis Poulsen has made strides in reducing its carbon footprint, the absence of formal reduction targets suggests an opportunity for further commitment to climate action.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 720,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 689,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Louis Poulsen is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
