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.
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Cerner's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Cerner Corporation 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 includes emissions from business travel (17,716,000 kg CO2e), employee commuting (20,400,000 kg CO2e), and purchased goods and services (476,436,000 kg CO2e). In the US specifically, Cerner's Scope 1 emissions were reported at 4,846,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were 123,032,000 kg CO2e. Notably, there is no reported data for Scope 3 emissions in the US. Cerner has not set specific reduction targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges. Their emissions data is cascaded from Cerner Corporation, reflecting their current subsidiary status. The company has not disclosed any significant reduction initiatives or targets, indicating a potential area for future commitment in climate action.
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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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Cerner 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.
