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Health Service Executive

The Health Service Executive (HSE) is the body responsible for delivering public health and social care services in Ireland. Headquartered in Dublin, the HSE operates across various regions, ensuring comprehensive healthcare access for the population. Established in 2005, the HSE has made significant strides in improving health outcomes, with a focus on patient-centred care. The HSE's core services encompass hospital care, community health, and social services, distinguished by their commitment to quality and accessibility. As a leading entity in the Irish healthcare sector, the HSE plays a pivotal role in shaping health policy and implementing innovative health programmes. With a strong emphasis on public health initiatives, the HSE continues to enhance its market position through strategic partnerships and community engagement, striving to meet the evolving needs of the Irish population.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Health Service Executive'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.

3

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.

6

Industry Benchmark

Health Service Executive's score of 3 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Health Service Executive's reported carbon emissions

In 2020, the Health Service Executive (HSE) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 199,000,000 kg CO2e, which includes about 13,930,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions (mobile combustion) and approximately 63,680,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (purchased electricity). Currently, there are no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by HSE. However, the organisation is likely to be engaged in ongoing efforts to address its carbon footprint in line with industry standards and best practices. As the HSE continues to navigate its climate commitments, it remains essential for them to establish measurable targets to effectively reduce their emissions and contribute to broader climate action goals.

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2020
Scope 1
13,930,000
Scope 2
63,680,000
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Health Service Executive's primary industry is Health and social work services (85), which is 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. Health Service Executive is headquartered in IE, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Health Service Executive 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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