Cleveland Clinic, a renowned healthcare institution, is headquartered in the United States, specifically in Cleveland, Ohio. Founded in 1921, it has established itself as a leader in the medical field, particularly in areas such as cardiology, oncology, and neurology. The clinic operates multiple facilities across the US and internationally, providing comprehensive patient care and innovative research. Cleveland Clinic is distinguished by its patient-centred approach and cutting-edge medical technologies, offering a wide range of services from primary care to specialised treatments. Its commitment to excellence is reflected in its consistent ranking among the top hospitals in the nation. With a focus on advancing medical science and improving patient outcomes, Cleveland Clinic remains a pivotal player in the global healthcare landscape.
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In 2021, Cleveland Clinic reported total carbon emissions of approximately 405,452,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 130,604,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and about 274,848,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marked a slight decrease from 2020, when total emissions were about 413,035,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 118,408,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 294,627,000 kg CO2e. Cleveland Clinic has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a focus on direct and indirect emissions from their operations and energy use. The organisation has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, suggesting a need for further commitment in this area. Overall, Cleveland Clinic's emissions data reflects a commitment to monitoring and reporting carbon emissions, although further action may be required to establish clear reduction goals and strategies.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
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Scope 1 | 130,110,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 302,450,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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Cleveland Clinic 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.