Coloplast A/S, headquartered in Denmark (DK), is a leading player in the medical industry, specialising in precision and optical instruments, as well as watches and clocks. Founded in 1957, the company has established a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, focusing on innovative healthcare solutions that enhance the quality of life for individuals with intimate healthcare needs.
Coloplast is renowned for its core products, including ostomy care, urology, and wound care solutions, which are distinguished by their user-friendly designs and commitment to patient comfort. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as pioneering advanced materials and technologies that set industry standards. With a robust market position, Coloplast continues to be recognised for its dedication to research and development, ensuring it remains at the forefront of the medical instruments sector.
+42 vs industry average
Coloplast’s score of 69 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Medical Device Manufacturing has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Medical Device Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 18% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Coloplast's reported carbon emissions
Coloplast, a medical device company headquartered in Denmark, has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon emissions. For the year 2024, the company reported a total of approximately 223.3 million kg CO2e. This figure is comprised of Scope 1 emissions totalling around 17.5 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 83,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions amounting to roughly 205.7 million kg CO2e. Looking at previous years, Coloplast's total emissions were approximately 219.1 million kg CO2e in 2023, around 199.5 million kg CO2e in 2022, and approximately 177.4 million kg CO2e in 2021. Coloplast has set ambitious climate targets, validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company aims for a 100% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using a 2018/19 base year. Additionally, Coloplast is working towards sourcing 100% renewable energy by 2025, with 83% of its energy already derived from renewable sources. Further, the company targets a 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per product by 2030, also from a 2018/19 base year. Coloplast also aims for its entire company car fleet to be electric by 2030.
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Coloplast’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
90% reduction in all scopes
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2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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