Becton, Dickinson and Company, commonly known as BD, is a global leader in the medical technology industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1897, BD has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. The company focuses on three primary business areas: BD Medical, BD Life Sciences, and BD Biosciences, offering innovative products and solutions that enhance patient care and improve healthcare outcomes. BD is renowned for its advanced medical devices, laboratory instruments, and diagnostic systems, which are distinguished by their commitment to quality and safety. With a rich history of innovation, BD has achieved significant milestones, including the development of the first safety-engineered needle. As a trusted partner in healthcare, BD continues to maintain a strong market position, recognised for its contributions to improving global health standards.
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In 2023, Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD) reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 6,633,180,000 kg CO2e globally. This includes 162,475,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from stationary combustion, and 253,898,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, mainly from purchased electricity. The company’s Scope 3 emissions were significantly higher, totalling about 6,633,180,000 kg CO2e, with the largest contributions from purchased goods and services (approximately 2,594,966,000 kg CO2e) and end-of-life treatment of sold products (around 2,296,026,000 kg CO2e). BD has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Furthermore, the company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2050. This includes a long-term target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by 2050 and Scope 3 emissions by 97% per unit of sold product from a 2021 baseline. BD has made significant progress towards its goals, having already reduced its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 75% relative to its 2008 baseline by 2020. The company’s initiatives align with the science-based targets necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C, demonstrating its commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 96,333,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 514,801,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 158,622,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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