Varex Imaging Sustainability Profile
Varex Imaging Corporation, headquartered in the United States, is a leading player in the medical imaging industry, specialising in the development and manufacturing of X-ray imaging components and systems. Founded in 2017, Varex emerged from a legacy of innovation, building on the expertise of its predecessor companies to deliver advanced imaging solutions. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Varex Imaging focuses on core areas such as medical imaging, industrial imaging, and security applications. The company is renowned for its high-quality X-ray tubes, digital detectors, and imaging software, which are distinguished by their reliability and performance. Varex's commitment to innovation has positioned it as a key supplier in the global market, contributing to significant advancements in diagnostic imaging and enhancing patient care.
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Varex Imaging's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Varex Imaging, headquartered in the US, reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 16,452,000 kg CO2e, comprising 4,549,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 11,903,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This reflects a decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 4,856,000 kg CO2e in 2023, while Scope 2 emissions saw a slight increase from 11,725,000 kg CO2e in the previous year. Varex Imaging has not set specific reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) nor does it have documented climate pledges. The company’s emissions data is self-reported and does not include Scope 3 emissions, which are often significant in the imaging industry. The company has shown a commitment to transparency in its emissions reporting, with data available for the past several years, indicating a focus on monitoring and potentially reducing its carbon footprint. However, without formal reduction targets or initiatives, the long-term impact of these efforts remains uncertain.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 25,374,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 24,174,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | - | - | - | - |
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Varex Imaging's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Varex Imaging's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 83% last year and decreased by approximately 95% since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 1% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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Varex Imaging's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Varex Imaging 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.
