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Sonic Healthcare

Sonic Healthcare, headquartered in Australia, is a leading global healthcare company specialising in laboratory medicine and pathology services. Founded in 1987, Sonic has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including Australia, New Zealand, Europe, and North America. The company is renowned for its comprehensive range of diagnostic services, including pathology, radiology, and clinical trials, which are distinguished by their commitment to quality and innovation. Sonic Healthcare's unique integration of advanced technology and expert medical professionals positions it as a trusted provider in the healthcare industry. With a robust market position, Sonic Healthcare has achieved significant milestones, including numerous accreditations and awards for excellence in service delivery, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the diagnostic sector.

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52

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Health Services 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.

19

Industry Benchmark

Sonic Healthcare's score of 52 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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Sonic Healthcare's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Sonic Healthcare reported total carbon emissions of approximately 36098000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 74273000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 358463000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This highlights the company's substantial carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 3, which encompasses emissions from capital goods, business travel, employee commuting, and purchased goods and services. Sonic Healthcare has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. The company aims to achieve a 43% reduction in global Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 30 June 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. This commitment reflects a proactive approach to climate action, aligning with industry standards for sustainability. Additionally, Sonic Healthcare has pledged to set science-based emissions targets in line with the Paris Agreement, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. This long-term commitment underscores the company's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact. Overall, Sonic Healthcare's emissions data and climate commitments demonstrate a clear strategy towards sustainability and a significant reduction in carbon emissions in the coming years.

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8,124,000
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Scope 2
59,156,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sonic Healthcare's primary industry is Health and social work services (85), which is 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 Sonic Healthcare is in AU, which has a very high 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.

Sonic Healthcare 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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