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Otto Bock

Otto Bock HealthCare GmbH, commonly known as Otto Bock, is a leading global provider of innovative medical technology, headquartered in Duderstadt, Germany. Founded in 1919, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the fields of prosthetics, orthotics, and rehabilitation solutions, serving patients across Europe, North America, and Asia. With a commitment to enhancing mobility and quality of life, Otto Bock offers a diverse range of products, including advanced prosthetic limbs and custom orthotic devices. Their unique approach combines cutting-edge technology with patient-centric design, ensuring optimal functionality and comfort. Recognised for its excellence, Otto Bock has received numerous awards and maintains a strong market position, continually setting benchmarks in the healthcare industry.

DitchCarbon Score

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28

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Health 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.

6

Industry Benchmark

Otto Bock's score of 28 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Otto Bock's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Otto Bock reported total carbon emissions of approximately 257,083,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 8,524,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 14,225,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 234,334,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2022, saw total emissions of about 271,969,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 12,352,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 14,208,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at about 245,409,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, emissions peaked at approximately 310,727,030 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of about 15,520,030 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 12,308,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Otto Bock has not committed to a net-zero target. However, they have made near-term commitments to reduce emissions, although specific reduction targets have not been disclosed. The company operates within the healthcare sector and is based in Germany, focusing on sustainability initiatives to address their carbon footprint.

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Scope 1
9,084,000
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259,896,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Otto Bock's primary industry is Health and social work services (85), 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. Otto Bock is headquartered in DE, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Otto Bock is committed to some 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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