Teladoc Health, Inc., commonly referred to as Teladoc, is a leading telehealth provider headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2002, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the telemedicine industry, offering a range of virtual healthcare services across North America and globally. Teladoc's core offerings include remote medical consultations, mental health services, and chronic condition management, all designed to enhance patient access to healthcare. What sets Teladoc apart is its comprehensive platform that integrates various healthcare services, ensuring a seamless experience for users. With a strong market position, Teladoc has achieved significant milestones, including a substantial increase in membership and partnerships with numerous health plans and employers. As a trusted name in telehealth, Teladoc continues to shape the future of healthcare delivery.
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Teladoc's score of 23 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Teladoc, headquartered in the US, has set ambitious climate commitments despite not having publicly available carbon emissions data. The company has committed to reducing its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 25% by the year 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. This target has been validated through a streamlined process for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and aligns with the goal of limiting global warming to well below 2°C. In addition to its reduction targets for direct emissions (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from energy consumption (Scope 2), Teladoc is also focused on measuring and reducing its Scope 3 emissions, which encompass the broader impact of its value chain. These commitments reflect a proactive approach to climate action, positioning Teladoc as a responsible player in the healthcare sector's transition towards sustainability.
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Teladoc is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.