Bausch & Lomb Sustainability Profile
Bausch & Lomb, a leading global eye health company, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1853, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the ophthalmic industry, focusing on the development of innovative products for vision correction and eye care. Specialising in contact lenses, lens care products, and surgical devices, Bausch & Lomb is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation. Their flagship products, including the popular Biofinity and PureVision contact lenses, are designed to enhance comfort and vision clarity, setting them apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Bausch & Lomb has achieved numerous accolades for its contributions to eye health, making it a trusted name among eye care professionals and consumers alike.
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Bausch & Lomb's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Bausch & Lomb reported total carbon emissions of approximately 51,517,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 67,484,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). This marks a slight increase from 2023, where emissions were approximately 50,108,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 64,298,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with a long-term goal of achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050, as outlined in their carbon reduction plan initiated in 2023. Bausch & Lomb's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, which typically includes indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. Their focus remains on direct and indirect emissions from their operations, with a clear strategy aimed at sustainability and climate responsibility.
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| 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 47,810,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 51,703,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Bausch & Lomb'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.
Bausch & Lomb 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.
