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Children's National Health System

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Children's National Health System, also known as Children's National, is a premier paediatric healthcare provider headquartered in Washington, D.C., United States. Founded in 1870, it has established itself as a leader in paediatric medicine, serving children across the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond. The institution is renowned for its comprehensive range of services, including specialised care in cardiology, oncology, and neurology, as well as innovative research and education initiatives. Children's National is distinguished by its commitment to family-centred care and cutting-edge treatments, making it a trusted choice for families seeking exceptional healthcare for their children. With numerous accolades, including recognition as one of the top children's hospitals in the nation, Children's National Health System continues to set benchmarks in paediatric healthcare, ensuring that every child receives the highest standard of care.

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18

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Health Services 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.

23

Industry Benchmark

Children's National Health System's score of 18 is lower than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Children's National Health System's reported carbon emissions

Children's National Health System, headquartered in the US, currently does not have available carbon emissions data for the most recent year, nor does it report specific reduction targets or initiatives. The organisation has not disclosed any commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. As such, there are no specific figures or scopes of emissions (Scope 1, 2, or 3) to report. In the absence of concrete emissions data and reduction initiatives, it is important to note that many healthcare organisations are increasingly recognising the importance of sustainability and are working towards reducing their carbon footprints. However, without specific commitments or data from Children's National Health System, it is unclear how they are addressing climate change within their operations.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Children's National Health System's primary industry is Health and social work services (85), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Children's National Health System 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.

Children's National Health System 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
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