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Medical Device Manufacturing
US
updated a month ago

C. R. Bard, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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C. R. Bard, Inc., a prominent player in the medical device industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1907, the company has established itself as a leader in developing innovative products across various medical sectors, including vascular, urology, and surgical specialties. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, C. R. Bard is renowned for its commitment to enhancing patient care through advanced technology. The company’s core offerings include catheters, stents, and surgical mesh, each designed with unique features that prioritise patient safety and efficacy. C. R. Bard's dedication to research and development has led to numerous milestones, solidifying its market position as a trusted provider of medical solutions. With a legacy of excellence and a focus on innovation, C. R. Bard continues to shape the future of healthcare.

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How does C. R. Bard, Inc.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

67

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

C. R. Bard, Inc.'s score of 67 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

81%

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C. R. Bard, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Becton, Dickinson and Company

C. R. Bard, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for recent years. The company is a current subsidiary of Becton, Dickinson and Company, which influences its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As part of its climate strategy, C. R. Bard, Inc. inherits emissions reduction initiatives from Becton, Dickinson and Company. This includes participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which are aimed at establishing and achieving significant emissions reduction targets. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for C. R. Bard, Inc. have not been disclosed. The company is also aligned with industry standards for climate action, although no specific climate pledges or commitments have been mentioned. As a subsidiary, C. R. Bard, Inc. is expected to follow the sustainability practices and targets set by its parent company, Becton, Dickinson and Company, which may include broader corporate family initiatives aimed at reducing carbon footprints across their operations.

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How Carbon Intensive is C. R. Bard, Inc.'s Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is C. R. Bard, Inc.'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 C. R. Bard, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

C. R. Bard, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

C. R. Bard, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 6% last year and increased significantly since 2008, 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 38% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
38%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
30%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
28%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
13%
Use of Sold Products
11%
Capital Goods
2%
Business Travel
2%
Employee Commuting
1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

C. R. Bard, Inc.'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.

C. R. Bard, Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. 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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