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Smartoptics

Smartoptics, officially known as Smartoptics AS, is a leading provider of optical networking solutions headquartered in Norway. Founded in 2010, the company has established a strong presence in Europe and North America, focusing on the telecommunications and data centre industries. Smartoptics is renowned for its innovative products, including passive optical networking systems and advanced optical multiplexers, which are designed to enhance network efficiency and scalability. Their unique approach to open optical networking sets them apart in a competitive market, enabling seamless integration with existing infrastructure. With a commitment to quality and performance, Smartoptics has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner for service providers and enterprises seeking reliable optical solutions. The company continues to drive advancements in the optical networking sector, solidifying its reputation as a key player in the industry.

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41

Industry Average

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25

Industry Benchmark

Smartoptics's score of 41 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Smartoptics's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Smartoptics reported total carbon emissions of approximately 497,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 0 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 4,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 493,000 kg CO2e. The significant contributors to Scope 3 emissions included the use of sold products (about 109,000 kg CO2e), downstream transportation and distribution (approximately 56,000 kg CO2e), and upstream transportation and distribution (about 25,000 kg CO2e). In 2023, the company recorded total emissions of around 491,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions again at 0 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 20,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 471,000 kg CO2e. The major sources of Scope 3 emissions were purchased goods and services (about 98,000 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (approximately 104,000 kg CO2e). In 2022, Smartoptics had minimal emissions, with Scope 2 emissions at just 770 kg CO2e and no reported Scope 1 or Scope 3 emissions. Despite the detailed emissions reporting, Smartoptics has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. The company continues to focus on understanding and managing its carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, which represent the majority of its total emissions.

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Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Smartoptics's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Smartoptics is in NO, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Smartoptics 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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