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Ossur

Össur, a leading global provider of non-invasive orthopaedic solutions, is headquartered in Reykjavik, Iceland. Founded in 1971, the company has established a strong presence in the prosthetics and bracing industries, focusing on innovative technologies that enhance mobility and improve the quality of life for individuals with limb loss or musculoskeletal conditions. With a commitment to research and development, Össur offers a range of core products, including advanced prosthetic limbs and functional braces, distinguished by their cutting-edge design and user-centric features. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as the introduction of the world-renowned C-Leg and the development of smart technology in prosthetics. Össur's market position is bolstered by its dedication to sustainability and community engagement, making it a trusted name in orthopaedics across Europe, North America, and beyond.

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33

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Furniture 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Ossur's score of 33 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ossur's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Össur reported total carbon emissions of approximately 74,300,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions amounting to about 2,500,000 kg CO2e. The company has shown a significant reliance on Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for the majority of their carbon footprint. Over the years, Össur's emissions have fluctuated, with notable figures from previous years including approximately 13,220,000 kg CO2e in 2022, 11,830,000 kg CO2e in 2021, and 16,330,000 kg CO2e in 2020. The breakdown of emissions in 2020 included about 1,800,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 5,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 9,330,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Despite these figures, Össur has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to navigate its carbon emissions landscape without defined strategies for reduction, which places it within a broader industry context where many organisations are increasingly setting ambitious climate goals. Overall, Össur's emissions data highlights the challenges faced in managing carbon footprints, particularly in relation to Scope 3 emissions, while also reflecting the need for clearer commitments to climate action.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ossur's primary industry is Furniture; other manufactured goods n.e.c. (36), 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. This request for Ossur is in IS, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Ossur is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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
Reduction Actions

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