Baxter
Baxter International Inc., commonly referred to as Baxter, is a leading global healthcare company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1931, Baxter has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. The company operates primarily in the medical devices and pharmaceuticals industry, focusing on critical care, renal care, and surgical products. Baxter is renowned for its innovative core products, such as intravenous (IV) solutions, dialysis equipment, and surgical instruments, which are designed to enhance patient outcomes and streamline healthcare delivery. With a commitment to quality and safety, Baxter has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in renal therapies and the development of cutting-edge infusion systems. As a trusted partner in healthcare, Baxter continues to maintain a strong market position, recognised for its dedication to improving patient care worldwide.
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Baxter's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Baxter reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,031,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 352,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 219,000,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 3,441,000,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, including all three scopes. Baxter has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve carbon neutrality for its direct operations by 2040. The company plans to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 25% by 2030, using 2020 as the base year. This target aligns with a well-below 2°C science-based target, demonstrating Baxter's commitment to addressing climate change. Historically, Baxter has aimed for a 45% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions indexed to revenue from a 2005 baseline by 2015, a target that has been extended to encompass all scopes. The company has achieved carbon neutrality at its headquarters in Deerfield, Illinois, and its manufacturing facility in Cartago, Costa Rica, since 2007, primarily through renewable energy sources and carbon offsets. Baxter's emissions data is sourced from its parent company, Baxter International Inc., ensuring a robust and transparent reporting framework. The company's ongoing initiatives and targets reflect a proactive stance in mitigating climate impact and contributing to global sustainability efforts.
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| 2002 | 2003 | 2005 | 2006 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2014 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 781,365,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Baxter 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.
