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. Comparatively, in 2023, the company recorded total emissions of approximately 633,276,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 7,137,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 21,565,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were about 604,574,000 kg CO2e. Intuitive has set a significant reduction target to decrease absolute Scope 1 and 2 operational emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2022 as the baseline year. This commitment reflects their proactive approach to addressing climate change and aligns with industry standards for sustainability. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported by Intuitive Surgical, Inc. The company continues to focus on enhancing its sustainability practices and reducing its carbon footprint in line with global climate initiatives.
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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.
