Steris
Steris plc, headquartered in Ireland, is a leading provider of infection prevention and surgical products, serving healthcare and life sciences industries globally. Founded in 1960, Steris has established itself as a trusted name in sterilisation and disinfection solutions, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. The company offers a diverse range of core products and services, including sterilisation equipment, surgical instruments, and contamination control solutions. Steris is renowned for its innovative technologies that enhance patient safety and operational efficiency. With a strong market position, Steris has achieved notable milestones, including numerous industry awards for excellence in healthcare solutions. As a pioneer in the infection prevention sector, Steris continues to set the standard for quality and reliability in the industry.
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Steris's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, STERIS Solutions Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 453,471,000 kg CO2e, comprising 63,194,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 264,330 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 420,575,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, covering all three scopes. Looking ahead, STERIS has set a long-term goal to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2050, demonstrating their commitment to sustainability and climate action. This target encompasses all scopes of emissions, indicating a comprehensive approach to reducing their carbon footprint. In 2024, emissions data showed a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions to 57,543,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions increased to 103,595,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions decreased to 321,013,000 kg CO2e. This trend highlights STERIS's ongoing efforts to manage and reduce their environmental impact. Overall, STERIS's climate commitments and emissions data reflect a proactive stance in addressing climate change within the healthcare equipment and supplies sector, with a clear roadmap towards achieving their Net Zero target by 2050.
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| 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 67,071,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 75,246,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Steris is committed to some 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.
