Cardinal Health
Cardinal Health, a leading global healthcare services and products company, is headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, with significant operations across North America and Europe. Founded in 1971, the company has established itself as a key player in the healthcare industry, focusing on the distribution of pharmaceuticals and medical products, as well as providing innovative healthcare solutions. With a diverse portfolio that includes medical and surgical supplies, laboratory products, and pharmacy services, Cardinal Health stands out for its commitment to improving patient outcomes and enhancing operational efficiency for healthcare providers. The company has achieved notable milestones, including its recognition as one of the Fortune 500 and its ongoing efforts in supply chain management and healthcare technology. Cardinal Health's dedication to quality and innovation solidifies its position as a trusted partner in the healthcare ecosystem.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Cardinal Health's score of 37 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Cardinal Health's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Cardinal Health reported total carbon emissions of approximately 38.3 million tonnes CO2e. This figure includes about 163,000 tonnes from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 220,000 tonnes from Scope 2 emissions, with a significant contribution of around 37.9 million tonnes from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. Cardinal Health has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by FY2030, using FY2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company plans for 75% of its suppliers, based on spend, to establish science-based targets by FY2028. These targets align with the 1.5°C climate goal, reflecting a commitment to significant emissions reductions in the healthcare sector.
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Add to project2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 10,000,000 | 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 |
| Scope 2 | 20,000,000 | 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 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Cardinal Health is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
