Arthrex, Inc., a leading innovator in the field of orthopaedic surgery, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1981, the company has established itself as a pioneer in minimally invasive surgical solutions, focusing on areas such as sports medicine, joint reconstruction, and trauma. Arthrex is renowned for its advanced surgical instruments and implants, which are designed to enhance patient outcomes and streamline surgical procedures. The company’s commitment to education and training for healthcare professionals further distinguishes it in the industry. With numerous patents and a strong market presence, Arthrex continues to set benchmarks in orthopaedic innovation, making it a trusted name among surgeons worldwide.
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In 2020, Arthrex, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,627,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 692,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 1,934,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from the value chain. Notably, employee commuting accounted for about 692,000 kg CO2e, while purchased goods and services contributed approximately 1,549,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2019, the company’s total emissions were about 7,053,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 3,001,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at 4,526,000 kg CO2e. In 2018, total emissions were approximately 7,200,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of 3,199,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions of 4,102,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Arthrex has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented climate pledges or science-based targets suggests that while the company is aware of its emissions, it has yet to formalise a comprehensive strategy for climate action.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | |
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Scope 1 | 3,199,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | - |
Scope 3 | 4,102,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Arthrex, 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.