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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.
+46 vs industry average
Coloplast’s score of 75 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Medical Device Manufacturing has below-average carbon intensity
The Medical Device Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 32% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Coloplast, a company in the medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks sector (33) headquartered in DK, has reported its carbon emissions for the period up to 2024. In 2024, the company's total emissions were approximately 223,305,000 kg CO2e. This figure is comprised of Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 17,514,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 83,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions amounting to approximately 205,708,000 kg CO2e.
For the 2023 reporting year, Coloplast's total emissions were approximately 219,118,000 kg CO2e. This breakdown includes Scope 1 emissions of approximately 21,282,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 197,836,000 kg CO2e. Scope 2 data for 2023 is presented as location-based, totalling approximately 32,170,000 kg CO2e.
Coloplast has set ambitious climate commitments, including a target for a 100% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, a goal validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company aims to achieve 100% renewable energy for its operations by 2025, and as of 2018/19, it already utilised 100% renewable electricity. Furthermore, Coloplast is committed to having 100% electric company cars by 2030.
In terms of Scope 3 emissions, Coloplast aims for a 50% reduction per product manufactured by 2030, also an SBTi validated target. Efforts are also underway to reduce air business travel, with the company already achieving a 50% reduction compared to 2018/19 levels, and to limit the transportation of goods by air. Coloplast's climate strategy is aligned with a 1.5°C trajectory, as evidenced by its SBTi commitments.
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2030
100% reduction in Scope 2
Coloplast A/S commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 100% by FY2030 from a FY2019 base year. Coloplast A/S also commits to c…
2030
100% reduction in Scope 1
Coloplast A/S commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 100% by FY2030 from a FY2019 base year. Coloplast A/S also commits to c…
2030
50% reduction in scope 3 total
Coloplast A/S commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 100% by FY2030 from a FY2019 base year. Coloplast A/S also commits to c…
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