Life Healthcare Sustainability Profile
Life Healthcare, a prominent player in the South African healthcare sector, is headquartered in Johannesburg, ZA. Founded in 1997, the company has established itself as a leader in private healthcare, operating a network of hospitals and healthcare facilities across major regions in South Africa and beyond. Specialising in acute hospital care, mental health services, and rehabilitation, Life Healthcare is renowned for its commitment to quality patient care and innovative healthcare solutions. The company’s unique approach combines advanced medical technology with a patient-centric philosophy, ensuring optimal outcomes for those it serves. With a strong market position, Life Healthcare has achieved numerous accolades, reflecting its dedication to excellence in healthcare delivery. As a trusted name in the industry, Life Healthcare continues to shape the future of healthcare in South Africa and the surrounding regions.
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Life Healthcare's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Life Healthcare reported total carbon emissions of approximately 160,143,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 6,494,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 148,446,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions around 5,203,000 kg CO2e. This represents a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 167,650,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 15,256,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 147,037,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 5,359,000 kg CO2e. Life Healthcare has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 30% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, the Guildford PET-CT facility in the UK achieved a 21% reduction in emissions against 2020 criteria by 2022 through the adoption of the Simplified Building Energy Model (SBEM). The company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, demonstrating a long-term commitment to sustainability and climate action. This commitment is part of their broader strategy to consistently reduce carbon emissions and align with global climate goals.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,869,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 142,922,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,471,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Life Healthcare'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.
Life Healthcare 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.
