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updated 19 days ago

Duke University Health System, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Duke University Health System, Inc., commonly referred to as Duke Health, is a prominent healthcare provider headquartered in the United States, specifically in Durham, North Carolina. Established in 1998, Duke Health has rapidly evolved into a leader in the healthcare industry, offering a comprehensive range of services including patient care, medical education, and research. With a focus on innovative treatments and advanced medical technologies, Duke Health is renowned for its specialised services in areas such as oncology, cardiology, and neurology. The system's commitment to excellence is reflected in its numerous accolades, including recognition as one of the top hospitals in the nation. Duke Health's integration of cutting-edge research with clinical practice sets it apart, ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of care in a compassionate environment.

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12

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

Duke University Health System, Inc.'s score of 12 is lower than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Duke University Health System, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

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In 2024, Duke University Health System, Inc. reported carbon emissions of approximately 3.64 kg CO2e, specifically from Scope 1 emissions related to mobile combustion. Currently, there is no available data for Scope 2 or Scope 3 emissions, indicating a limited disclosure of their overall carbon footprint. Duke University Health System has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, and there are no initiatives reported under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate frameworks. The emissions data is cascaded from the parent organisation, Duke University Health System, Inc., reflecting its current subsidiary status. As the healthcare sector increasingly focuses on sustainability, Duke University Health System's commitment to transparency in emissions reporting is crucial. However, the absence of comprehensive reduction strategies highlights an area for potential growth in their climate commitments.

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2017
Scope 1
108,276,000
Scope 2
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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Duke University Health System, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Duke University Health System, Inc.'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 Duke University Health System, Inc.'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 Duke University Health System, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Duke University Health System, Inc.'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.

Duke University Health System, Inc. 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.

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