Virta Health Corp Sustainability Profile
Virta Health Corp, headquartered in the United States, is a pioneering company in the digital health industry, specialising in the treatment of type 2 diabetes and related metabolic conditions. Founded in 2014, Virta has made significant strides in transforming diabetes care through its innovative, evidence-based approach, which combines personalised nutrition, continuous remote monitoring, and expert coaching. The company’s core offering, the Virta Treatment, is unique in its focus on reversing type 2 diabetes without the need for medications or surgery. This programme has garnered attention for its impressive clinical outcomes and has positioned Virta as a leader in the market. With a commitment to improving patient health and reducing healthcare costs, Virta Health continues to expand its operational reach, making a notable impact in the digital health landscape.
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Virta Health Corp's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Virta Health Corp reported total carbon emissions of approximately 19,711,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 404,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 282,600 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, which are indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, heat, and steam. The majority of their emissions, about 19,697,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses all other indirect emissions in the value chain, including significant contributions from the use of sold products (approximately 17,630,200 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (about 1,865,300 kg CO2e). In comparison, in 2021, Virta Health Corp's total emissions were approximately 9,965,400 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 533,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 8,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were about 9,956,700 kg CO2e, indicating a substantial increase in emissions from 2021 to 2022. Despite the significant emissions figures, Virta Health Corp has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. There are no reported commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future focus in their sustainability strategy. Overall, while Virta Health Corp has made strides in transparency regarding their emissions, the absence of reduction targets suggests that further action may be necessary to align with industry standards for climate commitments.
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| 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 533,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,700 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | 9,956,700 | 00,000,000 |
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Virta Health Corp's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Virta Health Corp's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 98% last year and increased by approximately 98% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 90% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Virta Health Corp'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.
Virta Health Corp 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.
