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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.

86

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 86 is higher than 99% 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 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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201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
138,000,000
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Scope 2
60,000,000
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Scope 3
2,907,000,000
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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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