Boston Scientific
Boston Scientific Corporation, a leading global medical technology company, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1979, the company has established itself as a key player in the medical device industry, focusing on innovative solutions across various therapeutic areas, including cardiovascular, rhythm management, and urology. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, Boston Scientific is renowned for its advanced products and services, such as minimally invasive devices and cutting-edge imaging technologies. The company’s commitment to innovation is exemplified by its numerous milestones, including the development of the first drug-eluting stent. Recognised for its market leadership, Boston Scientific continues to push the boundaries of medical technology, enhancing patient outcomes and improving quality of life. Its dedication to research and development positions it as a trusted partner in healthcare worldwide.
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Boston Scientific's score of 89 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Boston Scientific's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Boston Scientific reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,067,000 kg CO2e, with a breakdown of 883,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 53,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 3,131,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from business travel (1,650,000 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (1,376,000 kg CO2e). Boston Scientific has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality in its manufacturing and key distribution sites by 2030. This commitment includes a near-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46.2% from a 2019 baseline by 2030. Additionally, the company aims to achieve a 55% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per USD value added within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 97% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions per USD value added by 2050, which equates to a 90% absolute reduction from the 2019 baseline. The company is also committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 97% per USD value added by 2050. Boston Scientific's climate strategy is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which has approved its net-zero targets across all scopes, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable practices in the healthcare equipment and supplies sector.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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