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Medical Device Manufacturing
US
updated 9 days ago

Cepheid, Inc.

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Cepheid, Inc., a leading molecular diagnostics company headquartered in the United States, has been at the forefront of rapid diagnostic testing since its founding in 1996. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Cepheid focuses on developing innovative solutions for infectious disease testing and genetic analysis. The company is renowned for its GeneXpert® system, which offers real-time PCR testing with unparalleled speed and accuracy. This unique platform enables healthcare providers to deliver timely results, significantly improving patient outcomes. Cepheid's commitment to advancing healthcare is reflected in its extensive portfolio of tests for conditions such as tuberculosis, COVID-19, and sexually transmitted infections. Recognised for its pioneering contributions to the diagnostics industry, Cepheid continues to solidify its market position through ongoing innovation and strategic partnerships, making it a trusted name in molecular diagnostics.

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62

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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Cepheid, Inc.'s score of 62 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Cepheid, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Danaher Corporation

Cepheid, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for recent years. The company is a current subsidiary of Danaher Corporation, which influences its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As part of its corporate family, Cepheid inherits climate initiatives and targets from Danaher Corporation, including those related to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). While specific reduction targets for Cepheid are not detailed, the overarching commitments from Danaher Corporation suggest a focus on sustainability and emissions reduction across its subsidiaries. This includes initiatives aimed at reducing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, although specific figures for Cepheid are not disclosed. In summary, while Cepheid, Inc. does not provide its own emissions data or specific reduction targets, it aligns with the climate strategies set forth by Danaher Corporation, reflecting a commitment to addressing climate change within its operational framework.

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Scope 1
138,341,000
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Scope 2
219,166,000
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00,000,000
Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Cepheid, Inc.'s primary industry is Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks (33), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Cepheid, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Cepheid, Inc. is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.

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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