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Medical Device Manufacturing
US
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Fresenius Medical Care Sustainability Profile

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Fresenius Medical Care, a leading global provider of products and services for individuals with renal diseases, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1996, the company has established a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, focusing on dialysis services and the manufacture of dialysis equipment. With a commitment to innovation, Fresenius Medical Care offers a comprehensive range of products, including dialysis machines and consumables, which are distinguished by their advanced technology and patient-centric design. The company is recognised for its significant market position, serving millions of patients worldwide and achieving notable milestones in improving patient outcomes. As a key player in the healthcare industry, Fresenius Medical Care continues to lead in the development of integrated care solutions, enhancing the quality of life for those affected by chronic kidney disease.

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80

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.

30

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Fresenius Medical Care's score of 80 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Fresenius Medical Care's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Fresenius Medical Care reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,680,800 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 360,800 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 450,600 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 7,856,500 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its direct (Scope 1) and indirect (Scope 2) greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. This commitment aligns with their broader climate strategy, which includes a net-zero target by 2050, as confirmed by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). In 2023, the company reported total emissions of approximately 3,084,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 260,800,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 395,800,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were notably high, reaching around 3,084,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a significant area for improvement. Fresenius Medical Care's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent company, ensuring that their reported figures reflect their own operational impact. The company is committed to transparency and accountability in its climate commitments, aiming to enhance sustainability within the healthcare sector.

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2018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
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-
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000.0
Scope 2
557,200,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
-
-
-
0,000,000,000
0,000.0

How Carbon Intensive is Fresenius Medical Care's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Fresenius Medical Care's primary industry is Medical Device Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Fresenius Medical Care'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 Fresenius Medical Care is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Fresenius Medical Care's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Fresenius Medical Care's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 100% last year and decreased by approximately 100% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 17640922% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
17640922%
Employee Commuting
2448711%
Waste Generated in Operations
1981658%
Capital Goods
584624%
Business Travel
413377%
Use of Sold Products
11%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%

Fresenius Medical Care'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.

Fresenius Medical Care has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. 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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