Definitive Healthcare, a leading provider of data and analytics for the healthcare industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2011, the company has rapidly established itself as a key player in healthcare intelligence, serving clients across various operational regions, including North America and beyond. Specialising in comprehensive healthcare data solutions, Definitive Healthcare offers unique products such as its platform for provider data, claims data, and market insights, which empower organisations to make informed decisions. The company’s commitment to accuracy and depth of information has positioned it as a trusted resource for healthcare professionals and businesses alike. With notable achievements in data integration and analytics, Definitive Healthcare continues to drive innovation in the healthcare sector, enhancing operational efficiency and strategic planning for its clients.
How does Definitive Healthcare'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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Definitive Healthcare's score of 31 is higher than 59% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Definitive Healthcare reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,826,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 16,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from stationary combustion, and 218,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, attributed to purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions, about 1,592,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, with significant contributions from employee commuting (approximately 902,000 kg CO2e) and business travel (around 423,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, the total emissions were about 1,168,000 kg CO2e, indicating a substantial increase in emissions year-on-year. The breakdown for 2022 shows 121,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 368,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 338,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Definitive Healthcare has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments, nor do they appear to have cascaded data from a parent organisation. Their emissions data is independently reported, reflecting their operational footprint without external influence. The company continues to monitor and disclose its emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 123,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 300,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,240,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Definitive Healthcare's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 371% last year and increased by approximately 28% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Employee Commuting" being the largest emissions source at 57% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Definitive Healthcare 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.
