Kaiser Permanente Sustainability Profile
Kaiser Permanente, a leading integrated health care organisation, is headquartered in the United States and operates primarily in California, Colorado, Georgia, Hawaii, Maryland, Oregon, Virginia, and Washington. Founded in 1945, it has established itself as a pioneer in the health care industry, combining health insurance with medical services to deliver comprehensive care. The organisation offers a range of core products and services, including health plans, medical services, and wellness programmes, distinguished by its emphasis on preventive care and coordinated treatment. Kaiser Permanente's unique model integrates care delivery with health insurance, ensuring that members receive seamless support throughout their health journeys. With a strong market position, Kaiser Permanente is recognised for its commitment to quality care and innovation, consistently ranking among the top health plans in the United States. Its focus on member health outcomes and satisfaction has earned it numerous accolades, solidifying its reputation as a trusted provider in the health care sector.
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Kaiser Permanente's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Kaiser Permanente reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 269,484,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 41,950,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 in the US. This reflects a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions from 267,841,000 kg CO2e in 2021, while Scope 2 emissions decreased from 50,402,000 kg CO2e in the same year. Globally, the figures were consistent, with Scope 1 emissions at 269,484,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 41,950,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Kaiser Permanente has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. This commitment was publicly announced in June 2022, building on a previous target to reduce emissions by 30% by 2020 compared to 2008 levels. The organisation has recognised the critical link between climate change and health, driving its sustainability initiatives. Kaiser Permanente's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, and all reported figures are derived directly from its own disclosures. The organisation continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint through various strategies, including energy efficiency and sustainable practices across its operations.
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| 2015 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,414,066,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,533,330,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,090,944,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - |
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Kaiser Permanente'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.
Kaiser Permanente 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.
