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Hamilton Medical AG

Hamilton Medical AG, headquartered in Switzerland (CH), is a leading innovator in the medical technology industry, specialising in advanced ventilation solutions. Founded in 1983, the company has established a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, focusing on critical care and anaesthesia. Hamilton Medical is renowned for its cutting-edge ventilators and intelligent ventilation software, which enhance patient outcomes through precision and adaptability. Their flagship products, such as the HAMILTON-G5 and HAMILTON-C6, are distinguished by their unique features, including adaptive support modes and user-friendly interfaces. With a commitment to research and development, Hamilton Medical AG has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner in hospitals worldwide. The company’s dedication to innovation and quality has earned it a prominent market position, making it a preferred choice among healthcare professionals in critical care settings.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Hamilton Medical AG's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

34

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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Hamilton Medical AG's score of 34 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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Hamilton Medical AG's reported carbon emissions

In 2020, Hamilton Medical AG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 101,064,200 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,337,000 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile and stationary combustion, and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 296,500 kg CO2e, mainly from purchased electricity and heat. The majority of their emissions, around 100,634,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses indirect emissions from the supply chain, including capital goods and the use of sold products. Looking ahead, Hamilton Medical AG has set ambitious climate commitments in line with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). They aim to reduce their absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. Additionally, they plan to cut Scope 3 emissions by 52% per CHF value added within the same timeframe. These targets reflect a strong commitment to sustainability and align with global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C.

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2020
Scope 1
133,700
Scope 2
296,500
Scope 3
100,634,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hamilton Medical AG's primary industry is Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks (33), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Hamilton Medical AG is in CH, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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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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