Intuitive Sustainability Profile
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 score of 56 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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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 (265,430,000 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (68,319,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2023, the company reported total emissions of approximately 633,276,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in emissions year-on-year. The breakdown for 2023 shows Scope 1 emissions at 7,137,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 21,565,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 604,574,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Intuitive has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments, nor do they participate in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Their emissions data is independently reported and does not cascade from a parent company. Overall, Intuitive Surgical is actively monitoring its carbon footprint, with a focus on transparency in emissions reporting, but lacks formalised reduction targets at this time.
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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's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Intuitive's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 8% last year and increased by approximately 17% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 48% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Intuitive'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.
Intuitive 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.
