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Spectris plc, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading player in the medical, precision, and optical instruments sector, as well as in the watches and clocks industry. Founded in 1982, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia, focusing on high-performance instrumentation and control solutions.
Specialising in advanced measurement and monitoring technologies, Spectris offers a diverse range of products, including precision instruments and analytical tools that cater to various industries. Their commitment to innovation and quality sets them apart, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of their clients.
With a robust market position, Spectris has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions that enhance their capabilities and expand their global reach. Their dedication to excellence and customer satisfaction continues to drive their success in the competitive landscape of precision instruments.
65
DitchCarbon score
+33 vs industry average
Spectris’s score of 65 is higher than 76% 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
Medium
Medical Device Manufacturing has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.308
20182025
The Medical Device Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 32% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
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Reported emissions
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Spectris's reported carbon emissions
Spectris, a UK-based company in the Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks industry, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 434.4 million kg CO2e in 2024. This includes Scope 1 emissions of approximately 4.3 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of approximately 6.6 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 423.5 million kg CO2e. In 2023, their total emissions were about 413.5 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 4.1 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based at about 7.2 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 402.1 million kg CO2e.
Spectris is committed to ambitious climate action. They aim to achieve Net Zero across their Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, with an 85% reduction from a 2020 base year. This commitment is supported by Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validated targets. For Scope 3 emissions, Spectris targets a 42% reduction by 2030 from a 2020 base year and plans to reach Net Zero across their value chain (Scope 3) by 2040, in line with a 1.5°C warming scenario.
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Spectris’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
85% reduction in Scope 1
Spectris commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 85% by 2030 from a 2020 base year.
Insufficient data85%
2030
85% reduction in Scope 2
Spectris commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 85% by 2030 from a 2020 base year.
Insufficient data85%
2030
42% reduction in scope 3 total
Spectris commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from a 2020 base year.
Insufficient data42%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Spectris’s sustainability data and climate commitments
In 2024, Spectris reported total carbon emissions of approximately 434.4 million kg CO2e. The largest portion, roughly 423.5 million kg CO2e, came from Scope 3 emissions, representing the vast majority of their footprint. Scope 1 emissions were around 4.3 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 market-based emissions were approximately 6.6 million kg CO2e. This data highlights the significant impact of Spectris's value chain on its overall environmental performance within the precision instruments sector.
Data year: 2024
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