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Health Services
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updated 17 days ago

Kinetic Concepts, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Kinetic Concepts, Inc. (KCI), headquartered in the United States, is a leading innovator in the medical technology industry, specialising in advanced wound care and regenerative medicine. Founded in 1976, KCI has established itself as a pioneer in negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT), significantly enhancing patient outcomes through its unique product offerings. With a strong presence in North America and expanding operations in Europe and Asia, KCI's core products include the V.A.C.® Therapy System, which is renowned for its effectiveness in promoting wound healing. The company has achieved notable milestones, including numerous patents and recognitions for its contributions to healthcare. KCI's commitment to research and development solidifies its market position as a trusted provider of innovative solutions that address complex medical challenges.

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How does Kinetic Concepts, Inc.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

64

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Health Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

21

Industry Benchmark

Kinetic Concepts, Inc.'s score of 64 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kinetic Concepts, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from 3M Company

Kinetic Concepts, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for recent years, as indicated by the absence of reported figures. The company is a current subsidiary of 3M Company, and any climate commitments or emissions data may be inherited from its parent organisation. Kinetic Concepts, Inc. does not have documented reduction targets or specific climate pledges. However, it is important to note that the climate initiatives and targets of 3M Company, which include commitments to science-based targets and sustainability practices, may influence Kinetic Concepts' environmental strategies. These initiatives are part of 3M's broader commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing sustainability across its operations. As Kinetic Concepts, Inc. continues to align with its parent company's sustainability goals, it is expected to adopt similar practices and commitments in the future, although specific details remain unspecified at this time.

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Scope 2
1,570,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Kinetic Concepts, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kinetic Concepts, Inc.'s primary industry is Health and social work services (85), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Kinetic Concepts, Inc.'s Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Kinetic Concepts, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Kinetic Concepts, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Kinetic Concepts, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 18% last year and increased by approximately 8% since 2010, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 74% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 72% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
72%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
14%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
9%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
5%
Capital Goods
4%
Employee Commuting
2%
Waste Generated in Operations
2%
Business Travel
<1%
Downstream Leased Assets
<1%

Kinetic Concepts, Inc.'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.

Kinetic Concepts, Inc. 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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