Public Profile

Orbis

Orbis, officially known as Orbis International, is a leading non-profit organisation headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Founded in 1982, Orbis has made remarkable strides in the field of eye care, focusing on preventing and treating blindness through innovative programmes and partnerships. The organisation is renowned for its unique Flying Eye Hospital, a fully equipped surgical facility on an aircraft, which provides training and resources to local healthcare professionals. Orbis's commitment to sustainable eye care solutions has positioned it as a key player in the global health sector, achieving notable milestones in improving access to quality eye care in underserved communities. With a strong emphasis on education and capacity building, Orbis continues to make a profound impact on global eye health.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Orbis's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

18

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other Services 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.

11

Industry Benchmark

Orbis's score of 18 is lower than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Orbis's reported carbon emissions

Orbis, headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data or specific reduction targets. Without concrete figures or commitments, it is challenging to assess their climate impact or initiatives. However, the company may still be engaged in various sustainability efforts typical within the industry, focusing on reducing carbon footprints and enhancing environmental responsibility. As the climate landscape evolves, it is essential for organisations like Orbis to establish measurable targets and transparent reporting to contribute effectively to global climate goals.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Orbis's primary industry is Other services (93), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Orbis 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.

Orbis 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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