- Supply chain disruptions (though mitigated in 2023).
- Market uncertainty, especially in Industrial Measurements.
- Scope 3 emissions representing over 99% of total emissions.
- Meeting DNSH criteria for pollution prevention and control in EU Taxonomy.
Vaisala Corporation
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Vaisala Corporation disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 75.9K tCO2e/year (Scope 3). By scope: Scope 1: 398 tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 80 tCO2e/year (market-based), 2,587 tCO2e/year (location-based); Scope 3: 75.9K tCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
75.9K tCO2e/year (Scope 3)
2023
Renewable Energy
100%
of total energy
Waste
41.2 tons/year
2023
Energy Use
21 GWh/year
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 398 tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 80 tCO2e/year (market-based), 2,587 tCO2e/year (location-based) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 75.9K tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 75.9K tCO2e/year (Scope 3) |
| 2022 | 72.2K tCO2e/year |
| 2021 | 13.1K tCO2e |
| 2020 | 12.4K tCO2e/year (Scope 1-3) |
| 2016 | 16.3K tCO2e/year (total) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Introduced new radiosonde models with 66% less plastic and biodegradable materials.
- Used 100% renewable electricity.
- Achieved a 67% waste recycling rate.
- Finalized near-term science-based targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 (submitted to SBTi for validation).
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce Scope 3 GHG emissions from value-added by 52% by 2030 (from 2021 baseline).
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve 7% annual net sales growth and 15% EBIT margin (long-term targets).
🔭 Long-term
- Net-zero emissions (implied, not explicitly stated with a year).
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate changeDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)Responsible supply chainsEmployee well-beingEnvironmental managementOccupational health and safetyEthics and compliance