Hca Healthcare
HCA Healthcare, a leading provider in the healthcare industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across the country. Founded in 1968, the company has grown to become one of the largest healthcare systems, with a focus on delivering high-quality patient care through its extensive network of hospitals, outpatient facilities, and emergency services. HCA Healthcare is renowned for its innovative approach to healthcare delivery, offering a range of services including surgical care, diagnostic imaging, and rehabilitation. The company’s commitment to utilising advanced technology and evidence-based practices sets it apart in a competitive market. With numerous accolades for patient safety and quality, HCA Healthcare continues to solidify its position as a trusted leader in the healthcare sector, dedicated to improving health outcomes for communities nationwide.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Hca Healthcare's score of 23 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Hca Healthcare's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, HCA Healthcare reported total carbon emissions of approximately 38,044,540 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across Scope 1, 2, and 3. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 7,635,970 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 16,427,350 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions accounted for around 13,981,230 kg CO2e. In the preceding years, HCA Healthcare's emissions were significantly higher. In 2022, the company emitted approximately 2,053,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 combined. In 2021, the total emissions from Scope 1 and 2 were about 1,958,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 2,068,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 755,000,000 kg CO2e. The 2020 emissions were similarly high, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 1,951,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 729,000,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, HCA Healthcare has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of defined reduction targets suggests a need for further commitment to climate action within the healthcare sector. As the industry increasingly prioritises sustainability, HCA Healthcare's future climate commitments will be crucial in aligning with global climate goals.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,951,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 729,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Hca Healthcare is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
