Doctors Without Borders
Doctors Without Borders, also known as Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), is a renowned international humanitarian organisation headquartered in the Netherlands. Founded in 1971, MSF has established itself as a leader in the medical humanitarian field, providing emergency medical care in conflict zones and areas affected by epidemics and natural disasters. Operating in over 70 countries, MSF delivers essential healthcare services, including surgical care, vaccination campaigns, and mental health support. Their unique approach combines medical expertise with a commitment to impartiality, ensuring that aid reaches those in greatest need, regardless of political or social affiliations. With numerous accolades, including the Nobel Peace Prize in 1999, Doctors Without Borders continues to be a pivotal force in global health, advocating for the rights of patients and the importance of access to medical care worldwide.
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Doctors Without Borders's score of 18 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Doctors Without Borders's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Doctors Without Borders reported total carbon emissions of approximately 46,412 kg CO2e. This figure includes 18,233 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 26,936 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Notably, Scope 3 emissions were significantly higher, with business travel contributing 1,243 kg CO2e. In 2022, the organisation's emissions were approximately 44,389 kg CO2e, comprising 19,245 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 24,086 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a substantial 78,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which included 7,000,000 kg CO2e from capital goods and 28,000,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. The 2019 data indicates a total of about 62,000,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions, with 10,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 4,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This highlights a significant reliance on Scope 3 emissions, which often represent the largest share of an organisation's carbon footprint. Despite these figures, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by Doctors Without Borders. The organisation's commitment to addressing climate change remains a critical area for future development, particularly in light of the substantial emissions reported across all scopes.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 10,000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 62,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000 |
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Doctors Without Borders is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
