Medline Industries
Medline Industries, Inc., a leading global manufacturer and distributor of healthcare supplies, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1910, the company has established a strong presence in North America and beyond, serving hospitals, nursing homes, and other healthcare facilities. Medline is renowned for its extensive range of products, including surgical instruments, medical apparel, and infection prevention solutions, all designed to enhance patient care and operational efficiency. With a commitment to innovation, Medline has achieved significant milestones, such as expanding its product lines and investing in advanced manufacturing technologies. The company holds a prominent market position, recognised for its quality and reliability, making it a trusted partner in the healthcare industry. Medline's dedication to customer service and tailored solutions further distinguishes it in a competitive landscape.
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Medical Device Manufacturing 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.
Industry Benchmark
Medline Industries's score of 31 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Medline Industries's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Medline Industries reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 7,278,301,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 173,837,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 131,904,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a staggering 6,972,560,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for Net Zero emissions by 2050. Medline projects a 42% absolute reduction in total Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, targeting a decrease to 63 kg CO2e by 2030. Additionally, they plan to reduce Scope 3 emissions, limited to five sub-categories required by the NHS, by 25%, aiming for 513 kg CO2e by the same year. Historically, Medline's emissions have fluctuated, with 2018 emissions recorded at approximately 261,000,000 kg CO2e across all scopes, including 68,215,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 84,529,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 179,727,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). By 2021, total emissions remained high at 342,427,000 kg CO2e, indicating a need for substantial reductions moving forward. Medline's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint reflects a growing trend within the healthcare industry to address climate change and enhance sustainability practices.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 68,215,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 84,529,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 179,727,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Medline Industries 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.
