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Medical Device Manufacturing
US
updated a month ago

Cardiovascular Systems, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Cardiovascular Systems, Inc. (CSI) is a leading medical device company headquartered in the United States, specialising in innovative solutions for the treatment of cardiovascular disease. Founded in 1989, CSI has made significant strides in the industry, particularly with its advanced technologies designed to improve patient outcomes in peripheral and coronary artery disease. The company is renowned for its unique orbital atherectomy systems, which effectively remove plaque from arteries, enhancing blood flow and reducing the need for more invasive procedures. With a strong presence in major operational regions across North America and Europe, CSI has established itself as a key player in the cardiovascular sector. Notable achievements include numerous FDA approvals and a commitment to ongoing research and development, solidifying its market position as a trusted provider of cutting-edge cardiovascular solutions.

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54

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

Cardiovascular Systems, Inc.'s score of 54 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Cardiovascular Systems, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Abbott Laboratories

Cardiovascular Systems, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as no emissions figures are available. However, the company is part of a corporate family that includes Abbott Laboratories, from which it inherits climate commitments and initiatives. Abbott Laboratories has established science-based targets for emissions reductions, which are cascaded down to Cardiovascular Systems, Inc. This includes commitments to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, as well as engaging in efforts to address Scope 3 emissions through supply chain management and product lifecycle assessments. While specific reduction targets for Cardiovascular Systems, Inc. are not detailed, the overarching goals set by Abbott Laboratories reflect a commitment to sustainability and climate action. As a current subsidiary of Abbott Laboratories, Cardiovascular Systems, Inc. aligns with industry standards and practices aimed at mitigating climate impact, although specific initiatives or targets for the subsidiary are not explicitly outlined. The company is expected to contribute to the broader climate goals set by its parent organisation, reinforcing its commitment to reducing carbon emissions and promoting environmental responsibility.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
691,000,000
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Scope 3
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0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Cardiovascular Systems, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Cardiovascular Systems, 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 Cardiovascular Systems, Inc.'s Location?

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Very high
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 Cardiovascular Systems, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Cardiovascular Systems, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

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 71% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
71%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
12%
Capital Goods
6%
Use of Sold Products
5%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
Employee Commuting
2%
Business Travel
1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Cardiovascular Systems, 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.

Cardiovascular Systems, 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
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