The Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne, often referred to as RCH, is a leading paediatric healthcare institution located in Parkville, Victoria, Australia. Founded in 1870, RCH has established itself as a cornerstone of child health services, providing comprehensive care to children across the state and beyond. Specialising in a wide range of medical fields, including oncology, cardiology, and neurology, RCH is renowned for its innovative treatments and research initiatives. The hospital's commitment to excellence is reflected in its state-of-the-art facilities and a dedicated team of healthcare professionals. As a prominent player in the paediatric healthcare industry, RCH has received numerous accolades for its patient care and research contributions, solidifying its position as a trusted institution for families seeking specialised medical services for their children.
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In 2024, The Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne reported total carbon emissions of approximately 35,527,000 kg CO2e, comprising 5,162,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 30,365,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This reflects a slight decrease from 2023, where emissions were about 35,600,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 6,175,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 29,425,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, the hospital's emissions have shown fluctuations, with 2022 emissions recorded at approximately 34,318,000 kg CO2e, including 6,763,910 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 27,553,620 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The hospital has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Despite these figures, The Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further development in their sustainability strategy. The hospital's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that it operates independently in its reporting and climate actions.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,359,550 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 32,488,060 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
The Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

