Arjo
Arjo, officially known as Arjo AB, is a leading global provider of medical technology solutions headquartered in Sweden (SE). Founded in 1957, the company has established a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, focusing on enhancing the quality of care for patients and healthcare professionals alike. Specialising in areas such as patient handling, wound care, and infection prevention, Arjo offers a range of innovative products and services designed to improve patient mobility and safety. Their unique approach combines advanced technology with ergonomic design, setting them apart in the healthcare industry. With a commitment to sustainability and patient-centric solutions, Arjo has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for innovation and excellence in healthcare. As a trusted partner in the medical sector, Arjo continues to strengthen its market position through ongoing research and development.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Arjo'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
Mean score of companies in the Medical Device Manufacturing 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.
Industry Benchmark
Arjo's score of 48 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Arjo's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Arjo AB reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 5,377,960 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 754,300 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 2,377,450 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2021 as the base year. Additionally, Arjo aims to cut Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation and distribution, and the use of sold products by 25% within the same timeframe. In 2021, Arjo's emissions were approximately 21,397,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 5,867,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 271,802,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The company has demonstrated a proactive approach to climate commitments, aligning its targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure that its reduction goals are consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, Arjo's emissions data and reduction targets highlight its dedication to sustainability and climate action within the healthcare equipment sector, headquartered in Sweden.
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Get Started| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 22,362,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,600 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 61,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Arjo 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.
