Spectris plc, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading supplier of precision instrumentation and controls, serving a diverse range of industries including manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and environmental monitoring. Founded in 1982, the company has established a strong market presence through strategic acquisitions and innovation, enhancing its portfolio of high-performance products and services. With a focus on advanced measurement and control solutions, Spectris offers unique technologies that improve productivity and efficiency for its clients. The company operates globally, with significant operations in Europe, North America, and Asia, positioning itself as a trusted partner in the precision engineering sector. Notable achievements include a commitment to sustainability and continuous improvement, solidifying its reputation as a market leader in delivering value-driven solutions.
How does Spectris's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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.
Spectris's score of 50 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Spectris reported total Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 10,895,000 kg CO2e. This marks a reduction from 2023, where emissions were about 12,144,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to achieve Net Zero across its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, aiming for an 85% reduction from a 2020 baseline. Additionally, Spectris is committed to reducing its Scope 3 emissions by 42% by 2030. The company's climate strategy includes increasing its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 5% in 2020 to 100% by 2030. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect a commitment to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, Spectris's emissions reduction initiatives demonstrate a proactive approach to climate action, with a clear roadmap for achieving significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions across its operations.
Access structured emissions data, company-specific emission factors, and source documents
| 2014 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 10,380,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 35,210,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
Spectris 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.

Common questions about Spectris's sustainability data and climate commitments