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HCA Inc. Sustainability Profile

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HCA Inc., officially known as HCA Healthcare, is a leading American healthcare provider headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1968, the company has grown to become one of the largest operators of health systems and hospitals, with a significant presence across the country, particularly in major metropolitan areas. HCA Healthcare is renowned for its comprehensive range of services, including acute care, outpatient services, and emergency care, distinguished by its commitment to patient-centric care and innovative healthcare solutions. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as being consistently ranked among the top healthcare systems in the nation, reflecting its strong market position and dedication to quality. With a focus on utilising advanced technology and evidence-based practices, HCA Healthcare continues to set benchmarks in the industry, making it a trusted name in healthcare delivery.

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22

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Health Services 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.

24

Industry Benchmark

HCA Inc.'s score of 22 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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HCA Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from HCA Healthcare, Inc.

HCA Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year. As a current subsidiary of HCA Healthcare, Inc., any emissions data would be inherited from this parent organisation. However, there are no specific reduction targets or climate pledges documented for HCA Inc. at this time. The absence of emissions data and reduction initiatives highlights a potential gap in HCA Inc.'s climate commitments. As the healthcare industry increasingly focuses on sustainability, it is essential for organisations like HCA Inc. to establish clear targets and strategies to address their carbon footprint. While HCA Inc. does not report specific emissions figures or reduction goals, the broader context of the healthcare sector indicates a growing emphasis on environmental responsibility. Companies are encouraged to adopt science-based targets and engage in initiatives that promote sustainability and reduce greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes.

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202020212022
Scope 1
729,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
1,339,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
-
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How Carbon Intensive is HCA Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. HCA Inc.'s primary industry is Health Services, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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

HCA Inc.'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.

HCA Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. 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
Reduction Actions

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