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United Orthopedic Corporation

United Orthopedic Corporation, commonly referred to as UOC, is a leading player in the orthopaedic implant industry, headquartered in Taiwan (TW). Founded in 1990, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia, focusing on innovative solutions for joint replacement and trauma surgery. UOC is renowned for its advanced orthopaedic products, including total knee and hip systems, which are distinguished by their cutting-edge design and superior performance. The company’s commitment to research and development has led to significant milestones, positioning it as a trusted name among healthcare professionals. With a reputation for quality and innovation, United Orthopedic Corporation continues to enhance patient outcomes and solidify its market position in the global orthopaedic landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does United Orthopedic Corporation'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.

24

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

United Orthopedic Corporation's score of 24 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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United Orthopedic Corporation's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, United Orthopedic Corporation, headquartered in Taiwan (TW), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 292,220 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 5,512,090 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, representing indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling. The most significant portion of their emissions comes from Scope 3, amounting to about 11,068,490 kg CO2e, which includes emissions from the supply chain and other indirect sources. Despite the substantial emissions reported, United Orthopedic Corporation has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of defined climate commitments or reduction strategies suggests a need for further action in addressing their environmental impact. As the industry increasingly prioritises sustainability, it will be essential for the company to establish clear climate goals to align with global efforts in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

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2023
Scope 1
292,220
Scope 2
5,512,090
Scope 3
11,068,490

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. United Orthopedic Corporation's primary industry is Health and social work services (85), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. United Orthopedic Corporation is headquartered in TW, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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United Orthopedic Corporation 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.

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