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 2024, Mölnlycke Health Care reported total carbon emissions of approximately 549,129,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 52,356,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 10,513,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 486,261,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2016 as the baseline year. Additionally, Mölnlycke aims to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 23% in 2021 to 100% by 2024 and maintain this level through 2030. In terms of Scope 3 emissions, Mölnlycke has committed to a 20% reduction by 2028 from a 2021 baseline, focusing on emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, upstream transportation and distribution, and waste generated in operations. Furthermore, the company aims for 63% of its suppliers, based on emissions, to have science-based targets by 2028. Mölnlycke has also pledged to achieve net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2050, with long-term targets including a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 97% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per ton of sold product by the same year. These commitments reflect Mölnlycke's dedication to sustainability and its alignment with industry standards for climate action.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 41,653,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 52,743,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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