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Medical Device Manufacturing
TW
updated 25 days ago

Asia Optical Co., Inc.

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Asia Optical Co., Inc., commonly referred to as Asia Optical, is a leading player in the optical industry, headquartered in Taiwan (TW). Established in 1987, the company has made significant strides in the design and manufacturing of high-quality optical products, including lenses, binoculars, and other precision optical instruments. With a strong presence in major operational regions across Asia, Europe, and North America, Asia Optical has built a reputation for innovation and excellence. The company is renowned for its advanced optical technologies and commitment to quality, which set its products apart in a competitive market. Notable achievements include strategic partnerships and a robust export network, positioning Asia Optical as a trusted name in the global optical landscape. With a focus on research and development, the company continues to push the boundaries of optical solutions, catering to diverse customer needs.

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How does Asia Optical Co., Inc.'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.

23

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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Asia Optical Co., Inc.'s score of 23 is lower than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Asia Optical Co., Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2021, Asia Optical Co., Inc., headquartered in Taiwan (TW), reported carbon emissions of approximately 998,780 kg CO2e, primarily from Scope 2 emissions related to electricity consumption. This figure represents a notable increase from 2020, when emissions were about 964,340 kg CO2e. In 2019, the company recorded significantly lower emissions of around 8,000 kg CO2e for the same category. Despite these figures, Asia Optical Co., Inc. has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing its carbon footprint. The company does not appear to have cascaded emissions data from a parent or related organization, indicating that its reported figures are independently sourced. Overall, while Asia Optical Co., Inc. has made strides in tracking its emissions, the absence of defined climate commitments or reduction targets suggests an opportunity for further engagement in sustainability practices within the optical industry.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Asia Optical Co., Inc.'s primary industry is Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks (33), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Asia Optical Co., Inc. is in TW, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Asia Optical Co., Inc. is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

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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