Owens & Minor, Inc., a leading name in the healthcare supply chain management industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1882, the company has established itself as a vital partner for healthcare providers, offering a comprehensive range of products and services, including medical and surgical supplies, logistics, and inventory management solutions. With a strong operational presence across North America and Europe, Owens & Minor is recognised for its commitment to quality and innovation. The company’s unique approach to supply chain optimisation and its focus on enhancing patient care have positioned it as a trusted resource in the healthcare sector. Notable achievements include strategic partnerships and a robust distribution network, solidifying its market position as a key player in the industry.
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Owens And Minor's score of 32 is higher than 59% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Owens & Minor reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,204,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 155,255,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 169,203,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and a significant 2,043,747,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The Scope 3 emissions include substantial contributions from purchased goods and services (about 1,781,030,000 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (approximately 101,675,000 kg CO2e). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, with a long-term goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2050. This commitment was established in 2022 and includes the completion of a comprehensive inventory of Scope 3 emissions. Owens & Minor's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the figures are independently reported. The company is actively working towards its reduction targets, reflecting a growing commitment to sustainability within the healthcare supply chain industry.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 11,403,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 74,858,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 87% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Owens And Minor has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
