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Medacta

Medacta International SA, headquartered in Switzerland (CH), is a leading player in the global medical device industry, specialising in orthopaedic and spinal surgery solutions. Founded in 1999, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia. Medacta is renowned for its innovative products, such as the M.O.R.E. (Medacta Orthopaedic Research and Education) programme, which enhances surgical techniques and patient outcomes. The company’s commitment to advanced technology and minimally invasive procedures sets it apart in the competitive landscape. With a focus on quality and precision, Medacta has achieved significant milestones, including numerous regulatory approvals and a growing portfolio of patented technologies. Its dedication to improving surgical performance and patient care solidifies its position as a trusted name in orthopaedics and spinal surgery.

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30

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Medacta's score of 30 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Medacta's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Medacta reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,458,000 kg CO2e, which includes 949,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 509,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a significant increase in emissions compared to previous years, with Scope 1 emissions decreasing from 393,000 kg CO2e in 2021 to 353,000 kg CO2e in 2022, before rising again in 2023. Medacta's emissions data indicates a focus on Scope 1 emissions, with no reported data for Scope 3 emissions. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. Overall, while Medacta's emissions have fluctuated over the years, the lack of defined climate commitments or reduction strategies suggests an opportunity for the company to enhance its sustainability efforts and align with industry standards for climate action.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Medacta's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Medacta is headquartered in CH, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Medacta 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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