Siemens Healthineers AG, a leading global medical technology company, is headquartered in Erlangen, Germany. Founded in 1847, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the healthcare industry, focusing on diagnostic imaging, laboratory diagnostics, and digital health solutions. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Siemens Healthineers is renowned for its innovative products, including advanced imaging systems and integrated healthcare IT solutions. The company’s commitment to enhancing patient care is evident in its unique offerings, such as the AI-powered imaging technologies that improve diagnostic accuracy. Siemens Healthineers holds a prominent market position, consistently recognised for its contributions to medical advancements and patient outcomes. With a rich history of milestones, including the development of groundbreaking imaging technologies, Siemens Healthineers continues to shape the future of healthcare.
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In 2024, Siemens Healthineers AG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 116,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 30,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2, market-based), and 3,800,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The company has set ambitious targets to significantly reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This commitment aligns with their long-term goal of achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. In 2023, Siemens Healthineers reported total emissions of about 3,836,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 133,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 47,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 28% by 2030, focusing on areas such as purchased goods and services, business travel, and the use of sold products. Siemens Healthineers has consistently disclosed emissions data across all three scopes, demonstrating transparency in its sustainability efforts. The company’s reduction initiatives are supported by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which validates their targets as consistent with the 1.5°C climate goal. Overall, Siemens Healthineers is committed to making substantial progress in reducing its greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to a more sustainable future in the healthcare sector.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 138,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 60,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 2,907,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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