Life Healthcare
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 score of 34 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Life Healthcare's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Life Healthcare reported total carbon emissions of approximately 167,650,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 15,256,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 147,037,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, primarily related to electricity consumption. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions, which cover indirect emissions from the value chain, amounted to 5,359,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, the total emissions were about 150,907,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 7,951,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 138,045,000 kg CO2e. The increase in emissions from 2022 to 2023 indicates a rise in operational activities or energy consumption. Life Healthcare has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. However, the company is committed to addressing climate change and improving sustainability practices within the healthcare sector. As a leading healthcare provider in South Africa, Life Healthcare's emissions data reflects the broader industry context, where healthcare organisations are increasingly focusing on reducing their environmental impact.
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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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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Life Healthcare 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.
