Stericycle
Stericycle, Inc., a leading provider of waste management solutions, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America and internationally. Founded in 1989, the company has established itself as a key player in the healthcare waste management industry, offering services that include medical waste disposal, secure document destruction, and compliance training. With a commitment to sustainability and safety, Stericycle's core services are designed to meet the unique needs of healthcare facilities, businesses, and government entities. The company is recognised for its innovative approach to waste management, ensuring regulatory compliance while minimising environmental impact. Stericycle's market position is bolstered by its extensive experience and a strong reputation for reliability, making it a trusted partner for organisations seeking efficient and responsible waste solutions.
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Stericycle's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Stericycle reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,059,598,000 kg CO2e, comprising 414,485,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 31,398,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 641,133,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 2021, where they totalled 424,109,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions also decreased from 34,938,000 kg CO2e in 2021. However, Scope 3 emissions saw a substantial increase from 255,258,000 kg CO2e in 2021. Stericycle has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact. The reported emissions intensity ratios indicate a focus on improving efficiency, with a fleet emission intensity ratio of approximately 11.6 kg CO2e per stop in 2022. Overall, while Stericycle has made some progress in reducing its Scope 1 and 2 emissions, the significant rise in Scope 3 emissions highlights the ongoing challenges in managing indirect emissions within its value chain.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 449,424,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 41,248,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Stericycle 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.
