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Arjo Sustainability Profile

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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.

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58

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.

30

Industry Benchmark

Arjo's score of 58 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Arjo's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Arjo AB reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,509,710 kg CO2e, comprising 5,377,960 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 754,300 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2,377,450 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a significant commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, with targets set to achieve a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, Arjo aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions—specifically from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation and distribution, and the use of sold products—by 25% within the same timeframe. In 2023, the company’s global emissions were reported at approximately 237,264,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 21,388,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 2,750,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 213,126,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects Arjo's ongoing efforts to monitor and manage its carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions. Arjo's climate commitments are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that their reduction targets are consistent with the necessary reductions to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a robust approach to sustainability within the healthcare equipment and supplies sector.

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20192020202120222023
Scope 1
22,362,000
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Scope 2
3,380
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0,000,000
Scope 3
61,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Arjo's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Arjo's primary industry is Medical Device Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Arjo's Location?

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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 Arjo is in SE, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Arjo's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Arjo's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 15% last year and increased by approximately 249% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 67% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
67%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
17%
Use of Sold Products
16%

Arjo's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Arjo has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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