Cerner
Cerner Corporation, a leading health information technology company, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America and globally. Founded in 1979, Cerner has established itself as a pioneer in the healthcare industry, focusing on electronic health records (EHR), population health management, and data analytics. The company’s core products, including the Cerner Millennium platform, are designed to streamline clinical workflows and enhance patient care through innovative technology. Cerner's commitment to interoperability and user-friendly solutions sets it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Cerner has received numerous accolades for its contributions to healthcare IT, making it a trusted partner for healthcare providers seeking to improve outcomes and operational efficiency.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Cerner'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Cerner's score of 18 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Cerner's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Cerner reported total carbon emissions of approximately 671,569,000 kg CO2e globally. This figure includes 4,907,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 125,736,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, representing indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling. The majority of their emissions, about 540,926,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses all other indirect emissions in the value chain. In the US specifically, Cerner's emissions for 2021 were approximately 127,037,000 kg CO2e, with 4,846,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 123,032,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Despite these significant figures, Cerner has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further commitment to climate action within the industry context. As a major player in the healthcare technology sector, Cerner's climate commitments will be crucial in addressing the broader challenges of climate change and sustainability.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 8,366,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 147,827,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 856,665,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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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.
Cerner is not committed to any 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.
