Molnlycke
Mölnlycke Health Care, commonly referred to as Mölnlycke, is a leading global provider of wound care and surgical solutions, headquartered in Sweden (SE). Founded in 1849, the company has established a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, focusing on innovative products that enhance patient outcomes. Mölnlycke is renowned for its advanced wound care products, including the Mepilex® range of foam dressings and the Safetac® technology, which minimises pain during dressing changes. The company’s commitment to quality and innovation has positioned it as a trusted partner in healthcare, achieving notable milestones such as ISO certification and recognition for its sustainability efforts. With a robust market position, Mölnlycke continues to lead the industry by prioritising patient safety and comfort, making significant contributions to the fields of wound management and surgical care.
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Molnlycke's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Mölnlycke Health Care reported total carbon emissions of approximately 523,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes 57,200,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 20,900,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 445,900,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Mölnlycke has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2021 as the base year. Additionally, they plan to increase their sourcing of renewable electricity from 23% in 2021 to 100% by 2024 and maintain this level through 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, the company aims for a 20% reduction by 2028, also from a 2021 baseline. Furthermore, Mölnlycke intends for 63% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation and distribution, to have science-based targets by 2028. These initiatives reflect Mölnlycke's commitment to sustainability and align with industry standards for climate action.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 27,638,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 49,426,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 22,124,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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