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Medical Device Manufacturing
US
updated 4 days ago

Shockwave Medical, Inc.

Company website

Shockwave Medical, Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a pioneering company in the medical device industry, specialising in innovative treatments for cardiovascular diseases. Founded in 2009, Shockwave has made significant strides with its unique intravascular lithotripsy technology, which utilises sonic waves to treat calcified plaque in arteries, enhancing patient outcomes in peripheral and coronary interventions. With a strong presence across major operational regions in North America and Europe, Shockwave Medical has established itself as a leader in the field. The company’s flagship products, including the Shockwave IVL System, are distinguished by their ability to safely and effectively modify calcified lesions, setting new standards in vascular care. Recognised for its commitment to advancing medical technology, Shockwave continues to achieve notable milestones, solidifying its position as a key player in the evolving landscape of cardiovascular treatment.

DitchCarbon Score

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76

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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Shockwave Medical, Inc.'s score of 76 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Shockwave Medical, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Johnson & Johnson

Shockwave Medical, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for recent years. The company is a current subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson, and as such, it inherits emissions data and climate commitments from its parent organisation. While no absolute emissions figures are provided, Shockwave Medical is aligned with Johnson & Johnson's sustainability initiatives, which include commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and the RE100 initiative. These commitments reflect a broader industry trend towards reducing carbon footprints and enhancing climate resilience. As a subsidiary, Shockwave Medical's climate strategies are influenced by Johnson & Johnson's overarching goals, which aim for significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for Shockwave Medical have not been disclosed. In summary, while detailed emissions data for Shockwave Medical is not available, the company is part of a corporate family that prioritises climate action and sustainability through established initiatives and commitments.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Shockwave Medical, Inc.'s primary industry is Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks (33), which is very 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. This request for Shockwave Medical, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Shockwave Medical, Inc. 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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