Datacolor AG
Datacolor's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2024, Datacolor completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).
Datacolor has also provided a category-level breakdown for 3 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
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Total Scope 1 | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
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Unspecified Calculation Method | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
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Insights into Datacolor's Operational Emissions
In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Datacolor amounted to 1,428.1 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2).a
Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Datacolor decreased by 6.13%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.a
Datacolor's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Datacolor's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Datacolor were 239.1 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Has Datacolor reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2022, Datacolor's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 1.56%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.a
Compared to the previous year (2023), Datacolor's Scope 1 emissions increased by 5.8%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations.a
What are Datacolor's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2024, Datacolor reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,189 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method.a
Has Datacolor reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2022, Datacolor's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Datacolor's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.a
Compared to the previous year (2023), Datacolor's Scope 2 emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Datacolor's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.a
What methodology does Datacolor use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2024, Datacolor reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology.a
Datacolor's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)
Insights into Datacolor's Value Chain Emissions
In 2024, Datacolor reported 1,168.9 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a
The 2024 disclosure of Datacolor includes a breakdown across 3 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a
Datacolor's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Datacolor's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, Datacolor reported total Scope 3 emissions of 1,168.9 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a
Has Datacolor reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2022, Datacolor's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 721.43%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.a
Compared to the previous year (2023), Datacolor's Scope 3 emissions increased by 28.17%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain.a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Datacolor disclose?
In 2024, Datacolor reported emissions for 3 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a
The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.
What are the main sources of Datacolor's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, the largest contributors to Datacolor's Scope 3 emissions were:a
- Business Travel (Cat. 6): 692.4 tCO₂e (59.24%)
- Employee Commuting (Cat. 7): 436.6 tCO₂e (37.35%)
- Waste Generated in Operations (Cat. 5): 39.9 tCO₂e (3.41%)
Datacolor's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into Datacolor’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2023, Datacolor reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 226 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 93 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 2.42 tCO₂e per millions USD.a
Datacolor's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does Datacolor's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2023, Datacolor reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 2.42 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 4.86, this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors.a
Where does Datacolor rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2023, Datacolor ranked 8 out of 22 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a
Datacolor is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency.a
Insights into Datacolor's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2024, Datacolor reported a total carbon footprint of 2,597 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 6.72% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.a
The largest contributor to Datacolor's total carbon footprint was Scope 2 emissions, accounting for 45.78% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 3 emissions at 45.01%.a