Hca Healthcare
HCA Healthcare, a leading provider in the healthcare industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across the country. Founded in 1968, the company has grown to become one of the largest healthcare systems, with a focus on delivering high-quality patient care through its extensive network of hospitals, outpatient facilities, and emergency services. HCA Healthcare is renowned for its innovative approach to healthcare delivery, offering a range of services including surgical care, diagnostic imaging, and rehabilitation. The company’s commitment to utilising advanced technology and evidence-based practices sets it apart in a competitive market. With numerous accolades for patient safety and quality, HCA Healthcare continues to solidify its position as a trusted leader in the healthcare sector, dedicated to improving health outcomes for communities nationwide.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Hca Healthcare'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Hca Healthcare's score of 23 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Hca Healthcare's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, HCA Healthcare reported total carbon emissions of approximately 38,044,540 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 7,635,970 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 16,427,350 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 13,981,230 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This marks a significant reduction in emissions compared to previous years, where in 2022, the total emissions were approximately 2,053,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 1,222,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. HCA Healthcare has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, the company continues to monitor and report its emissions, indicating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact. The substantial decrease in emissions from previous years suggests ongoing efforts to improve sustainability practices within the organisation.
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Get Started| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,951,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 729,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Hca Healthcare 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.
