Echosens, a pioneering company in the field of non-invasive liver diagnostics, is headquartered in France and operates across major regions including Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 2008, Echosens has established itself as a leader in the medical technology industry, particularly in the development of innovative solutions for liver health assessment. The company’s flagship product, FibroScan®, utilises advanced elastography technology to provide accurate measurements of liver stiffness and fat content, setting it apart from traditional biopsy methods. Echosens has achieved significant milestones, including regulatory approvals and widespread adoption in clinical settings, reinforcing its market position as a trusted provider of liver diagnostic tools. With a commitment to improving patient outcomes, Echosens continues to drive advancements in liver disease management.
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Echosens, headquartered in France, has set ambitious climate commitments to address its carbon emissions. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the company has established significant reduction targets. Echosens is committed to reducing its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 46% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Furthermore, the company aims to achieve a remarkable 90% reduction in total GHG emissions across all scopes (Scope 1, 2, and 3) by 2050, also from a 2019 baseline. These targets have been validated through a streamlined process for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and align with the 1.5°C climate goal. Echosens is actively working to measure and reduce its Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions in its value chain. The company's long-term commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 underscores its dedication to sustainability and climate action within the healthcare sector.
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