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Drager

Drägerwerk AG & Co. KGaA, commonly known as Dräger, is a leading global player in the medical and safety technology sectors, headquartered in Lübeck, Germany. Founded in 1889, the company has established a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, providing innovative solutions that enhance patient care and workplace safety. Dräger's core offerings include advanced medical devices, such as anaesthesia machines and ventilators, alongside safety equipment like gas detection systems and personal protective gear. Renowned for their reliability and cutting-edge technology, Dräger products are designed to meet the highest standards of quality and performance. With a commitment to innovation, Dräger has achieved significant milestones, including numerous industry awards and recognitions. The company continues to solidify its market position as a trusted partner in healthcare and safety, dedicated to improving outcomes for patients and professionals alike.

DitchCarbon Score

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33

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Machinery and Equipment 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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Drager's score of 33 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Drager's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Dräger's carbon emissions in the UK totalled approximately 386,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 368,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions from business travel contributing around 18,000 kg CO2e. The company has set a significant commitment to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2050, starting from 2023, which encompasses all scopes of emissions. This long-term goal reflects Dräger's dedication to sustainability and climate responsibility. In previous years, Dräger's global emissions have varied, with a notable total of approximately 744,606,000 kg CO2e reported for 2024, including substantial Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, which alone accounted for about 380,333,000 kg CO2e. The company continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint across all operations, aligning with industry standards for climate action.

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19,103,580
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18,042,270
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Drager's primary industry is Machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29), which is medium 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. Drager is headquartered in DE, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Drager is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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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