Becton, Dickinson and Company, commonly known as BD, is a global leader in the medical technology industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1897, BD has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. The company focuses on three primary business areas: BD Medical, BD Life Sciences, and BD Biosciences, offering innovative products and solutions that enhance patient care and improve healthcare outcomes. BD is renowned for its advanced medical devices, laboratory instruments, and diagnostic systems, which are distinguished by their commitment to quality and safety. With a rich history of innovation, BD has achieved significant milestones, including the development of the first safety-engineered needle. As a trusted partner in healthcare, BD continues to maintain a strong market position, recognised for its contributions to improving global health standards.
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In 2024, Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD), headquartered in the US, reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 6,640,747,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 176,565,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 381,403,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions of around 6,249,492,000 kg CO2e. The company has made notable progress in reducing its emissions, achieving a 75% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions from a 2008 baseline, surpassing its 2020 goal of a 50% reduction. BD has set ambitious climate commitments, including a target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline and to achieve carbon neutrality across its direct operations by 2040. Furthermore, the company aims for a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050 and a 97% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per unit of sold product by 2050, both from their respective baselines. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect BD's commitment to a 1.5°C global emissions reduction pathway. The company is also focused on ensuring that 75% of its suppliers and customers have science-based targets by 2028, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability across its value chain.
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| 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 96,333,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 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 | 514,801,000 | 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 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 158,622,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 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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