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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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Wastewater Treatment 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.
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Stericycle's score of 22 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Stericycle's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Stericycle reported total carbon emissions of approximately 641,133,000 kg CO2e across all scopes, with specific emissions of about 414,485,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 31,398,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company also disclosed emissions of about 255,258,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 in 2021, indicating a comprehensive approach to tracking its carbon footprint. Stericycle has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its emissions over the years. From 2020 to 2022, the company achieved a reduction in Scope 1 emissions from approximately 449,424,000 kg CO2e to about 414,485,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a proactive stance in addressing climate change, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been detailed in their disclosures. The company’s emissions intensity metrics, such as the Scope 1+2 GHG Intensity per unit of revenue, have shown a decreasing trend, indicating improved efficiency in their operations. In 2022, the intensity was approximately 0.1649 kg CO2e per USD of revenue. Overall, Stericycle's emissions data and reduction efforts highlight its ongoing commitment to sustainability and climate responsibility, although further details on specific reduction targets would enhance understanding of its long-term climate strategy.
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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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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Stericycle is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
