Edwards Lifesciences
Edwards Lifesciences Corporation, a leader in heart valve therapies and critical care monitoring, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1958, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the medical technology industry, particularly in the development of innovative solutions for patients with cardiovascular diseases. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Edwards Lifesciences focuses on advanced heart valve replacement and repair technologies, as well as haemodynamic monitoring systems. Their flagship products, including the transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) systems, are renowned for their unique design and effectiveness, significantly improving patient outcomes. Recognised for its commitment to innovation, Edwards Lifesciences has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted name in the healthcare sector. The company continues to drive advancements in cardiac care, enhancing the quality of life for patients worldwide.
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Edwards Lifesciences's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Edwards Lifesciences reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 38,075,000 kg CO2e, comprising 15,682,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 22,393,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2030. This includes a target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% from a 2021 baseline, alongside a commitment to transition the majority of its global electricity demand to renewable sources. In 2023, Edwards Lifesciences reported emissions of about 989,616 kg CO2e in the UK, with Scope 1 emissions at 52,607 kg CO2e and significant Scope 3 emissions primarily from business travel (461,861 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation (451,630 kg CO2e). The company has also committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 51.6% per USD of value added by 2030. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to sustainable practices within the pharmaceuticals and biotechnology sector. Edwards Lifesciences is actively working towards these goals through various initiatives, including enhancing energy efficiency and increasing the use of renewable energy sources.
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| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,977,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 23,498,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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