- Climate change posing risks to operations, supply chain, and human health.
- Potential for substitution of Azenta’s products with lower-emission alternatives.
- Market volatility affecting raw material costs, components, freight, and energy.
- Changing customer perceptions regarding contributions to a lower-carbon economy.
Azenta, Inc.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022-10-01 to 2023-09-30 reporting, Azenta, Inc. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 25.0K tCO2e/year (2023 market-based). By scope: Scope 1: 14.4K tCO2e/year (2023); Scope 2: 10.6K tCO2e/year (2023). 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
25.0K tCO2e/year (2023 market-based)
2022-10-01 to 2023-09-30
Renewable Energy
>50% (2023)
of total energy
📊 Emissions by Scope (2022-10-01 to 2023-09-30)
| 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). | 14.4K tCO2e/year (2023) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 10.6K tCO2e/year (2023) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions (market-based) by approximately 5% compared to 2022.
- Sourced renewable electricity for over 50% of 2023 usage through RECs and EACs.
- Implemented tip-free techniques in South Plainfield, NJ facility, eliminating over 700 pounds of plastic waste per year.
- Developed an innovative method to reduce energy consumption of Automated BioStores by up to 17% when operating at less than full storage capacity.
- Launched BioArc™ Ultra, a high-density -80°C sample storage system using a natural refrigerant with zero ODP and GWP, offering significant energy savings and reduced space requirements.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 55% by 2033 (from 2022 baseline).
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve net-zero GHG emissions across the value chain by 2050.
- Use 100% purchased electricity from renewable sources by 2030.
🔭 Long-term
- Net-zero GHG emissions across the value chain by 2050.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Environmental ProtectionSocial ImpactResponsible Operations