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Siemens Healthineers AG

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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Siemens Healthineers AG's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

83

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.

23

Industry Benchmark

Siemens Healthineers AG's score of 83 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Siemens Healthineers AG's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Siemens Healthineers AG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,330,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 47,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and about 3,865,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This translates to a target of reducing emissions from approximately 1,300,000 kg CO2e to about 130,000 kg CO2e. Additionally, Siemens Healthineers is committed to a 13.5% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. The company has also pledged to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2050, further demonstrating its commitment to sustainability. These targets align with industry standards and reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change within the healthcare equipment sector.

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201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
138,000,000
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Scope 2
60,000,000
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Scope 3
3,743,000,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Siemens Healthineers AG'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.

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 Siemens Healthineers AG is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Siemens Healthineers AG is participating in some 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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