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Otto Bock

Otto Bock HealthCare GmbH, commonly known as Otto Bock, is a leading global provider of innovative medical technology, headquartered in Duderstadt, Germany. Founded in 1919, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the fields of prosthetics, orthotics, and rehabilitation solutions, serving patients across Europe, North America, and Asia. With a commitment to enhancing mobility and quality of life, Otto Bock offers a diverse range of products, including advanced prosthetic limbs and custom orthotic devices. Their unique approach combines cutting-edge technology with patient-centric design, ensuring optimal functionality and comfort. Recognised for its excellence, Otto Bock has received numerous awards and maintains a strong market position, continually setting benchmarks in the healthcare industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Otto Bock'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.

31

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Health Services 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.

19

Industry Benchmark

Otto Bock's score of 31 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Otto Bock's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Otto Bock reported total carbon emissions of approximately 255,369,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 8,524,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 12,500,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 234,334,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Comparatively, in 2022, the company’s total emissions were about 270,793,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in emissions year-on-year. In 2021, total emissions were reported at approximately 312,783,700 kg CO2e, showcasing a notable downward trend in their carbon footprint over the past few years. Otto Bock has not committed to a net-zero target as of now, and their near-term reduction targets have been removed. However, they remain committed to addressing their carbon emissions within the healthcare sector, which is crucial for sustainable practices in healthcare technology. The company has disclosed emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating transparency in their reporting and commitment to climate accountability.

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2020202120222023
Scope 1
9,084,000
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0,000,000
Scope 2
12,738,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
86,632,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Otto Bock's primary industry is Health and social work services (85), which is 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 Otto Bock is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Otto Bock 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
Reduction Actions

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