Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), also known as Doctors Without Borders, is a renowned international humanitarian organisation headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1971, MSF has established itself as a leader in the medical humanitarian field, providing emergency medical assistance in conflict zones and areas affected by epidemics and natural disasters. Operating in over 70 countries, MSF delivers essential healthcare services, including surgical care, vaccination campaigns, and mental health support. Their unique approach combines medical expertise with a commitment to impartiality, ensuring aid reaches those in greatest need, regardless of political or social circumstances. With numerous accolades, including the Nobel Peace Prize in 1999, MSF is recognised for its unwavering dedication to humanitarian principles and its ability to respond swiftly to crises, making it a pivotal player in global health and humanitarian efforts.
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In 2021, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) reported total emissions of approximately 54,100 kg CO2e from purchased electricity (Scope 2) and about 33,300 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which included 4,800 kg CO2e from business travel and 25,500 kg CO2e from employee commuting. The previous year, 2020, MSF's Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity were about 72,700 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions comprising approximately 10,500 kg CO2e from business travel and employee commuting combined. Despite these figures, MSF has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. There are no emissions data cascaded from a parent organization, indicating that all reported data is directly from MSF. The organisation is actively working towards understanding and managing its carbon footprint, but specific reduction strategies or targets have not been outlined in the available documentation. Overall, MSF's emissions data highlights the importance of addressing both direct and indirect emissions as part of their climate strategy, particularly in the context of their operations based in Switzerland (CH).
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
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Scope 1 | - | - | - |
Scope 2 | 91,800 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
Scope 3 | 108,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
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