KCI
KCI, or Kinetic Concepts, Inc., is a leading innovator in the medical technology industry, headquartered in China (CN). Founded in 1976, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions across Asia, Europe, and North America. KCI is renowned for its advanced wound care and regenerative medicine solutions, particularly its negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) systems, which are designed to enhance healing and improve patient outcomes. With a commitment to research and development, KCI has achieved significant milestones, including numerous patents and industry awards that underscore its market position. The company's core products, such as the V.A.C.® Therapy System, are distinguished by their effectiveness and ease of use, making them a preferred choice among healthcare professionals. KCI continues to lead the way in innovative healthcare solutions, contributing to improved patient care globally.
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KCI's score of 16 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
KCI's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, KCI reported total carbon emissions of approximately 30,464,760 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 2,107,250 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 3,189,890 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 30,464,760 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from purchased goods and services (25,316,160 kg CO2e) and downstream transportation and distribution (1,147,180 kg CO2e). In 2022, KCI's emissions were slightly higher, totalling about 29,325,660 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 2,298,650 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 3,245,110 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 29,325,660 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2021, saw total emissions of approximately 22,000,050 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 2,211,670 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 3,220,290 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 8,748,090 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, KCI has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, indicating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact.
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Add to project| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,211,670 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,220,290 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 8,748,090 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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KCI 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.
