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Medical Device Manufacturing
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Mettler Toledo Sustainability Profile

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Mettler Toledo, a leading global manufacturer of precision instruments, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and other regions. Founded in 1945, the company has established itself as a key player in the weighing, measurement, and analytical instrumentation industry. Mettler Toledo offers a diverse range of products and services, including laboratory balances, industrial scales, and process analytics, all renowned for their accuracy and reliability. The company’s commitment to innovation has led to significant advancements in technology, positioning it as a trusted partner in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and chemicals. With a strong market presence and a reputation for quality, Mettler Toledo continues to achieve notable milestones, solidifying its status as a leader in precision measurement solutions worldwide.

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79

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Medical Device Manufacturing 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.

30

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Mettler Toledo's score of 79 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Mettler Toledo's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Mettler Toledo reported total carbon emissions of approximately 28,214,000 kg CO2e, comprising 27,797,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 417,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 28,143,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 27,715,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 428,000 kg CO2e. Notably, Mettler Toledo has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data for 2024, but in 2023, their Scope 3 emissions were reported at approximately 916,566,000 kg CO2e. Mettler Toledo has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 70% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 from a 2018 base year. Additionally, they target a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050, as well as a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by the same year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Mettler Toledo's commitment to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across their value chain by 2050. The company’s efforts are part of a broader strategy to enhance sustainability and reduce their carbon footprint while maintaining financial performance.

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29,482,000
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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Mettler Toledo's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Mettler Toledo's primary industry is Medical Device Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Mettler Toledo'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 Mettler Toledo is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Mettler Toledo's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Mettler Toledo's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 4% last year and increased significantly since 2010, 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 "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 62% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
62%
Use of Sold Products
20%
Capital Goods
6%
Business Travel
4%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
4%
Employee Commuting
2%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Mettler Toledo'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.

Mettler Toledo 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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