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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Intuitive'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Medical Device Manufacturing 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.
Industry Benchmark
Intuitive's score of 24 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Intuitive's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Intuitive reported total carbon emissions of approximately 491,645,000 kg CO2e, a reduction from about 505,075,000 kg CO2e in 2021. The emissions breakdown for 2022 includes Scope 1 emissions of about 7,045,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity at approximately 21,338,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 463,262,000 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, Intuitive has not established specific reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a need for further commitment to climate action. The company continues to assess its emissions across all scopes, focusing on areas such as purchased goods and services, upstream and downstream transportation, and employee commuting, which contribute significantly to its overall carbon footprint. As Intuitive operates within the healthcare technology sector, its emissions profile reflects the industry's broader challenges in achieving sustainability goals. The company is encouraged to develop and communicate clear reduction strategies to enhance its climate commitments moving forward.
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| 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,410,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 18,578,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 479,086,000 | 000,000,000 |
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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.
Intuitive 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.
