GE HealthCare
GE HealthCare, a subsidiary of General Electric, is a leading player in the global healthcare industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1892, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones such as the introduction of advanced imaging technologies and innovative patient monitoring systems. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, GE HealthCare focuses on medical imaging, monitoring, biomanufacturing, and digital solutions. Its core products, including MRI machines, ultrasound systems, and healthcare IT solutions, are renowned for their cutting-edge technology and reliability. As a pioneer in healthcare innovation, GE HealthCare has consistently maintained a strong market position, recognised for its commitment to improving patient outcomes and operational efficiency in healthcare settings worldwide.
DitchCarbon Score
How does GE 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
GE HealthCare's score of 36 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
GE HealthCare's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, GE HealthCare reported total carbon emissions of approximately 246,475,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 113,528,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 139,701,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Notably, the company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, amounting to about 6,800,000,000 kg CO2e, which includes emissions from downstream leased assets and transportation. Over the past few years, GE HealthCare has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. From 2019 to 2023, the company has achieved a reduction in total emissions from approximately 329,461,000 kg CO2e to 246,475,000 kg CO2e, reflecting a substantial decrease in emissions. This reduction is indicative of their ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability practices within their operations. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their climate commitments, GE HealthCare's focus on emissions reduction aligns with industry standards for climate action. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, contributing to transparency and accountability in its sustainability journey.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 137,254,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 192,207,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
GE 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.
