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Abbott Laboratories Inc.

Abbott Laboratories Inc., commonly referred to as Abbott, is a leading global healthcare company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1888, Abbott has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. The company operates primarily in the pharmaceuticals, medical devices, nutrition, and diagnostics sectors. Abbott is renowned for its innovative products, such as the FreeStyle Libre glucose monitoring system and its extensive range of nutritional supplements. These offerings are distinguished by their commitment to quality and cutting-edge technology. With a robust market position, Abbott has achieved numerous accolades, including recognition for its contributions to diabetes care and nutritional science. As a pioneer in the healthcare industry, Abbott continues to shape the future of health and wellness globally.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Abbott Laboratories Inc.'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.

30

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Pharmaceutical Preparation 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.

30

Industry Benchmark

Abbott Laboratories Inc.'s score of 30 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Abbott Laboratories Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Abbott Laboratories Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data or specific reduction targets outlined. Without emissions figures, it is challenging to assess their current carbon footprint or the scope of their emissions (Scope 1, 2, or 3). However, the company is expected to engage in climate commitments typical of the industry, which may include initiatives aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing sustainability practices. As the landscape of corporate climate action evolves, Abbott Laboratories may adopt industry-standard practices and set future targets to align with global climate goals.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Abbott Laboratories Inc.'s primary industry is Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing, which is very 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. This request for Abbott Laboratories Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Abbott Laboratories Inc. is not participating in any 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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