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CommonSpirit Health Sustainability Profile

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CommonSpirit Health, headquartered in the United States, is a leading non-profit health system formed in 2019 through the merger of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health. With a significant presence across 21 states, it operates over 140 hospitals and numerous outpatient facilities, making it a key player in the healthcare industry. The organisation focuses on delivering comprehensive healthcare services, including acute care, outpatient services, and community health initiatives. CommonSpirit Health is committed to advancing health equity and improving patient outcomes, distinguishing itself through its patient-centred approach and innovative care models. Recognised for its dedication to quality and accessibility, CommonSpirit Health continues to make strides in the healthcare landscape, positioning itself as a trusted provider in the communities it serves.

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34

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.

21

Industry Benchmark

CommonSpirit Health's score of 34 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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CommonSpirit Health's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, CommonSpirit Health reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 6,000,000,000 kg CO2e globally. This figure includes 372,556,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 569,440,000 kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2 emissions, and a substantial 5,135,086,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The organisation has set ambitious targets to reduce its operational emissions by 50% by 2030, aiming to cut approximately 442,000 metric tons CO2e. This reduction will be achieved through a 12% decrease in acute site emissions and a commitment to procure 100% renewable energy. CommonSpirit Health's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to sustainability, aligning with industry standards and demonstrating a clear pathway towards reducing its carbon footprint. The organisation's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent company, indicating that these figures are independently reported.

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2022
Scope 1
372,556,000
Scope 2
569,440,000
Scope 3
5,135,086,000

How Carbon Intensive is CommonSpirit Health's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is CommonSpirit Health's Location?

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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 CommonSpirit Health is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

CommonSpirit Health's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

CommonSpirit Health has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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