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Merit Medical

Merit Medical Systems, Inc., commonly referred to as Merit Medical, is a leading global provider of medical devices headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1987, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Specialising in interventional medicine, Merit Medical focuses on areas such as cardiology, radiology, and pain management. The company is renowned for its innovative core products, including catheter systems, access devices, and fluid management solutions, which are designed to enhance patient outcomes and streamline clinical procedures. Merit Medical's commitment to quality and innovation has positioned it as a trusted partner in the healthcare industry, with notable achievements in expanding its product portfolio and global reach.

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31

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.

22

Industry Benchmark

Merit Medical's score of 31 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Merit Medical's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Merit Medical reported total carbon emissions of approximately 17,656,000 kg CO2e, a slight decrease from about 17,239,000 kg CO2e in 2022. The emissions breakdown for 2023 includes Scope 1 emissions of about 3,072,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 14,584,000 kg CO2e. Notably, there were no reported Scope 3 emissions for the year, apart from a minor contribution from fuel and energy-related activities, which accounted for about 8,450 kg CO2e. Merit Medical has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting an ongoing effort to address climate change within the medical device industry. As a US-based organisation, Merit Medical's emissions data and climate commitments are crucial for stakeholders interested in sustainability practices in the healthcare sector.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Merit Medical's primary industry is Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks (33), which is 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. Merit Medical is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Merit Medical 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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