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Orthofix

Orthofix Medical Inc., commonly referred to as Orthofix, is a prominent player in the global medical device industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1980, the company has established itself as a leader in innovative solutions for spinal and orthopaedic conditions, with a strong operational presence across North America, Europe, and Latin America. Orthofix is renowned for its advanced technologies, including its unique bone growth stimulation devices and innovative spinal implants. These products are designed to enhance patient outcomes and streamline surgical procedures, setting Orthofix apart in a competitive market. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous regulatory approvals and a robust portfolio of patents, solidifying its position as a trusted provider in the orthopaedic and spine sectors.

DitchCarbon Score

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10

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.

13

Industry Benchmark

Orthofix's score of 10 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Orthofix's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Orthofix reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,330,000 kg CO2e globally. This figure includes 871,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 2,619,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and 8,330,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 7,800,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 619,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at 1,641,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 5,175,000 kg CO2e. Notably, in the US, Orthofix's emissions for 2022 were approximately 1,300,000 kg CO2e, comprising 130,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,447,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 60,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Despite these figures, Orthofix has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company operates within an industry context that increasingly prioritises sustainability and carbon footprint reduction, yet it currently lacks formal commitments to align with these trends.

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Scope 1
669,000
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Scope 2
2,118,000
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Scope 3
5,534,000
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0,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Orthofix'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.

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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. Orthofix is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Orthofix 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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