Intuitive
Intuitive Surgical, commonly referred to as Intuitive, is a pioneering company in the field of robotic-assisted surgery, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1995, Intuitive has established itself as a leader in the medical technology industry, particularly known for its da Vinci Surgical System, which revolutionises minimally invasive surgery. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Intuitive focuses on enhancing surgical precision and patient outcomes through innovative robotic solutions. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of advanced surgical instruments and software that set new standards in the operating room. Recognised for its commitment to improving surgical techniques, Intuitive continues to shape the future of healthcare, making it a key player in the global medical device market.
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Intuitive's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Intuitive Surgical, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 592,273,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 8,105,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 25,382,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, primarily from purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions, about 558,786,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which includes indirect emissions from the value chain, such as purchased goods and services, business travel, and employee commuting. Comparatively, in 2023, the company recorded total emissions of approximately 633,276,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction of about 40,000,000 kg CO2e year-on-year. This reduction reflects ongoing efforts to manage and mitigate their carbon footprint. Intuitive has not set specific reduction targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges, nor have they disclosed any document reduction targets. Their emissions data is independently reported and not cascaded from a parent company, ensuring transparency in their climate commitments. Overall, Intuitive Surgical, Inc. continues to monitor and report its emissions, demonstrating a commitment to understanding and addressing its environmental impact within the medical technology industry.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,410,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 18,578,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 479,087,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Intuitive is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
