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Synlab

Synlab, officially known as Synlab International GmbH, is a leading provider of laboratory services headquartered in Germany. Established in 2015, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across Europe, with a strong presence in countries such as France, Italy, and Spain. Specialising in medical diagnostics, environmental testing, and food safety, Synlab offers a comprehensive range of services that are distinguished by their commitment to quality and innovation. With a focus on advanced laboratory technology and a robust network of facilities, Synlab has positioned itself as a trusted partner in the healthcare and environmental sectors. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous accreditations and partnerships that enhance its market standing. By prioritising accuracy and efficiency, Synlab continues to set benchmarks in the laboratory services industry, making it a preferred choice for clients seeking reliable and timely results.

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23

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.

4

Industry Benchmark

Synlab's score of 23 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Synlab's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Synlab reported total carbon emissions of approximately 441,889,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 19,929,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 27,241,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Notably, Scope 3 emissions accounted for a significant portion, totalling about 410,433,000 kg CO2e, with the largest contributions from purchased goods and services (approximately 352,356,000 kg CO2e) and capital goods (about 20,486,000 kg CO2e). In 2022, Synlab's total emissions were approximately 31,202,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 20,925,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 11,200,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2021, saw total emissions of about 38,690,000 kg CO2e, comprising 22,155,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 16,535,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed, Synlab is actively monitoring and reporting its emissions across all relevant scopes. The company is committed to improving its emissions intensity, as indicated by its ongoing efforts to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions relative to revenue.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Synlab's primary industry is Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks (33), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Synlab is headquartered in DE, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Synlab 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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