Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), also known as Doctors Without Borders, is a renowned international humanitarian organisation headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1971, MSF operates in various regions worldwide, providing critical medical assistance in conflict zones and areas affected by epidemics and natural disasters.
Specialising in emergency medical care, MSF delivers unique services that include surgical interventions, vaccination campaigns, and mental health support, all tailored to the specific needs of vulnerable populations. The organisation is distinguished by its commitment to impartiality and independence, allowing it to respond swiftly to crises without political or military affiliations.
With a strong market position, MSF has received numerous accolades, including the Nobel Peace Prize in 1999, recognising its significant contributions to global health and humanitarian efforts. Through its innovative approach and dedication to providing quality care, Médecins Sans Frontières continues to be a leader in the medical and humanitarian sectors.
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Industry Intensity
Medical Device Manufacturing has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Medical Device Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 32% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2024
Reported emissions
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Médecins sans frontières's reported carbon emissions
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), an organisation within the Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks industry based in CH, reported a total of approximately 1.36 billion kg CO2e in emissions in 2021. This total encompasses Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.
For 2021, MSF's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 820,000 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion. Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity amounted to about 50,100 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions in 2021 totalled approximately 7,700 kg CO2e, with specific categories including capital goods (8,100 kg CO2e), business travel (4,800 kg CO2e), and employee commute (25,500 kg CO2e). Notably, purchased goods and services were a missing data point for Scope 3 in this year.
In 2020, MSF's total emissions were approximately 610,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 533,700 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity were approximately 72,700 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions in 2020 included capital goods (26,100 kg CO2e), business travel (3,100 kg CO2e), and employee commute (7,400 kg CO2e).
The organisation's emissions for 2019 totalled approximately 1.27 billion kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of about 1,145,700 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 91,800 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions in 2019 were composed of capital goods (7,700 kg CO2e), business travel (26,100 kg CO2e), and employee commute (81,900 kg CO2e).
MSF's climate commitments and reduction initiatives are not detailed in the provided information. The available data indicates that the organisation has been reporting on its emissions across Scope 1, 2, and 3 since 2019.
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