Cooper Companies, officially known as The Cooper Companies, Inc., is a leading global medical device company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1980, the company has established a strong presence in the eye care and women's health sectors, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Specialising in contact lenses and surgical instruments, Cooper Companies is renowned for its innovative products, including the popular CooperVision contact lenses, which prioritise comfort and eye health. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as expanding its product portfolio through strategic acquisitions, solidifying its position as a market leader. With a commitment to enhancing the quality of life through advanced technology, Cooper Companies continues to set industry standards and drive growth in the medical device landscape.
How does Cooper Companies's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Cooper Companies's score of 39 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Cooper Companies reported total emissions of approximately 73.8 million kg CO2e, comprising about 58.2 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 15.7 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by the middle of this decade (2025). Additionally, Cooper Companies is committed to a 50% reduction in Scope 2 emissions from a 2021 baseline by 2030. In 2023, the total emissions were approximately 71.1 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 58.5 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 12.6 million kg CO2e (market-based). The company has shown a consistent focus on reducing its carbon footprint, reflecting its commitment to sustainability and climate action. Cooper Companies' climate initiatives are not cascaded from a parent organization, indicating a direct responsibility for its emissions and commitments. The company continues to align its strategies with industry standards for climate action, demonstrating a proactive approach to environmental stewardship.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 29,747,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 33,442,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
Cooper Companies has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.


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