Intuitive Surgical, Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a pioneering leader in the field of robotic-assisted surgery. Founded in 1995, the company has revolutionised minimally invasive surgical procedures through its flagship product, the da Vinci Surgical System. This advanced robotic platform enhances precision and control, allowing surgeons to perform complex operations with greater dexterity and reduced recovery times for patients. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Intuitive Surgical has established itself as a key player in the medical device industry. The company’s commitment to innovation is evident in its continuous advancements in surgical technology and training. Notably, Intuitive Surgical has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its product offerings and a robust global market share, solidifying its position as a trusted name in surgical robotics.
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In 2022, Intuitive Surgical reported total carbon emissions of approximately 491,645,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 7,045,000 kg CO2e, primarily from stationary combustion (3,461,000 kg CO2e) and mobile combustion (1,737,000 kg CO2e). Scope 2 emissions, resulting from purchased electricity, accounted for approximately 21,338,000 kg CO2e. The majority of emissions stemmed from Scope 3, which totalled around 463,262,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services (159,362,000 kg CO2e) and downstream transportation and distribution (104,881,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2021, the company’s total emissions were about 505,075,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction of approximately 13,430,000 kg CO2e year-on-year. This reduction reflects a commitment to improving sustainability, although no specific reduction targets or climate pledges have been documented. Intuitive Surgical's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that the reported figures are solely from their operations. The company continues to focus on enhancing its environmental performance, aligning with industry standards for climate accountability.
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2021 | 2022 | |
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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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Intuitive Surgical 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.