Medtronic plc, a global leader in medical technology, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1949, the company has pioneered advancements in various medical fields, including cardiovascular, diabetes, and neurological care. Medtronic is renowned for its innovative core products, such as insulin pumps, cardiac devices, and surgical instruments, which are designed to improve patient outcomes and enhance quality of life. The company’s commitment to research and development has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements including the first successful implant of a cardiac pacemaker. With a strong focus on patient-centric solutions, Medtronic continues to set industry standards, making significant contributions to healthcare worldwide.
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Medtronic's score of 40 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Medtronic reported total carbon emissions of approximately 256,800,000 kg CO2e, comprising 131,500,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 125,200,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, with interim targets set for 2023. Medtronic's emissions reduction strategy aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), reflecting its commitment to sustainable practices in the healthcare sector. In 2022, Medtronic's emissions were approximately 299,200,000 kg CO2e, indicating a focus on reducing its carbon footprint over time. The company has demonstrated a consistent effort to lower its emissions intensity, achieving approximately 8,700 kg CO2e per unit of revenue in 2022. Medtronic's long-term climate commitments and reduction targets underscore its dedication to addressing climate change and promoting environmental sustainability within the healthcare equipment and supplies industry.
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Add to project2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 74,992,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 269,008,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 299,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
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Medtronic is committed to some 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.