Signify, formerly known as Philips Lighting, is a leading global player in the lighting industry, headquartered in the Netherlands. Founded in 1891, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones such as its rebranding in 2018 to reflect its focus on smart lighting solutions and sustainability.
Operating in over 70 countries, Signify excels in providing innovative lighting products and services, including connected lighting systems, LED solutions, and smart city applications. Their unique offerings, such as the Philips Hue smart lighting range, set them apart by integrating advanced technology with user-friendly design.
With a strong commitment to sustainability, Signify has achieved notable recognition, including being named a leader in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index. The company continues to shape the future of lighting, driving advancements in energy efficiency and smart technology.
+67 vs industry average
Signify’s score of 82 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
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Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
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Signify's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Signify reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 163.9 million kg CO2e, comprising 85.6 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 118.8 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and approximately 163.8 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions primarily stem from the use of sold products, which accounted for about 162.9 million kg CO2e. Signify has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 70% by 2030 from a 2015 baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 2030, also based on the 2015 baseline. Furthermore, Signify has committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2040. The company is actively participating in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aligning its targets with the 1.5°C scenario of the Paris Agreement. Signify's near-term targets include a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2019 baseline, with a long-term goal of a 90% reduction by 2040. Signify's headquarters is located in the Netherlands, and it is committed to sustainability through its Brighter Lives, Better World 2025 programme, which aims to double the pace of emissions reduction compared to the Paris Agreement's targets.
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Signify’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
1 goal2025
In our Brighter Lives, Better World 2025 sustainability prog…
In our Brighter Lives, Better World 2025 sustainability program, we commit to doubling the pace of the Paris Agreement's 1.5°C scenario to r…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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