Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc.
Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc., commonly known as Intuitive Surgical, is a leading player in the medical, precision, and optical instruments industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1995, the company has revolutionised surgical procedures with its innovative robotic-assisted surgical systems, notably the da Vinci Surgical System, which enhances precision and control in minimally invasive surgeries.
With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Intuitive Surgical has established itself as a market leader, consistently pushing the boundaries of surgical technology. The company’s commitment to advancing healthcare through robotics has garnered numerous accolades, solidifying its reputation for excellence in the medical field. By integrating cutting-edge technology with surgical expertise, Intuitive Surgical continues to set new standards in patient care and surgical outcomes.
-12 vs industry average
Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc.’s score of 15 is lower than 28% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Medical Device Manufacturing has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Medical Device Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 18% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions
Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc., based in the US and operating within the Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks industry (33), reported emissions data for 2023. In 2023, Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. reported approximately 1,092,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions. The company's reporting for this year did not include Scope 2 or Scope 3 emissions data. While specific reduction targets or achievements for Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. are not detailed in the provided information, the company is part of a corporate family where data may be cascaded. Its climate performance data is sourced from Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. at cascade level 0. Additionally, the company's climate initiatives, specifically CDP reporting, are sourced from its parent organisation, Intuitive Surgical, Inc., at cascade level 1. The provided documentation does not specify any overall corporate emissions totals, reduction targets, or commitments for Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. itself, beyond the Scope 1 data for 2023.
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Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc.’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
Inherited from Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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