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.
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Siemens Healthineers AG's reported carbon emissions
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 previous year, 2023, saw similar figures with total emissions of about 3,836,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 133,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 47,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2, market-based), and 3,836,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). Siemens Healthineers has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target is part of a broader strategy to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. Additionally, the company has committed to reducing absolute Scope 3 emissions by 28% by 2030 and 90% by 2050, focusing on categories such as purchased goods and services, upstream transportation and distribution, business travel, and the use of sold products. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Siemens Healthineers' commitment to sustainable practices within the healthcare equipment and supplies sector. The company is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a strong commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and addressing climate change.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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