Drive Medical Sustainability Profile
Drive Medical, officially known as Drive Medical Design and Manufacturing, is a leading provider of durable medical equipment headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2000, the company has established a strong presence across North America and Europe, focusing on enhancing the quality of life for individuals with mobility challenges. Specialising in a diverse range of products, Drive Medical offers innovative solutions including wheelchairs, mobility scooters, and home care aids. Their commitment to quality and user-friendly design sets them apart in the healthcare industry. With a reputation for reliability and customer satisfaction, Drive Medical has achieved significant market recognition, making it a trusted name among healthcare professionals and consumers alike.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Medical Device Manufacturing 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.
Industry Benchmark
Drive Medical's score of 28 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Drive Medical's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Drive Medical reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,482,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,463,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 (mobile combustion), 1,649,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 402,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 (purchased goods and services). This marks a slight increase from 2023, when emissions were about 3,337,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,512,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 1,825,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, the total emissions were approximately 3,271,000 kg CO2e. Drive Medical has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by at least 10% by 2030, with a baseline starting in 2022. Additionally, the company is committed to achieving Net Zero carbon emissions by 2050, encompassing all scopes of emissions. These targets reflect Drive Medical's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the medical equipment industry.
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Drive Medical'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.
Drive Medical 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.
