Edwards Lifesciences Corporation, a leader in the field of heart valve therapies and critical care monitoring, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1958, the company has established itself as a pioneer in innovative medical technologies, particularly in the areas of transcatheter heart valves and haemodynamic monitoring systems.
With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Edwards Lifesciences focuses on enhancing patient outcomes through its advanced products, such as the SAPIEN heart valve and the FloTrac system. The company is renowned for its commitment to research and development, which has led to numerous industry accolades and a solid market position. Edwards Lifesciences continues to drive advancements in cardiovascular care, making significant contributions to the medical device industry.
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Industry Intensity
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Industry performance
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Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
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Edwards Lifesciences's reported carbon emissions
Edwards Lifesciences's climate commitments include achieving carbon neutrality by 2030 and setting Science-Based Targets (SBTi) recognised reduction targets.
In 2025, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 19.28 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 9.89 million kg CO2e. For 2024, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 24.06 million kg CO2e. In 2023, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 26.83 million kg CO2e, and in 2022, approximately 31.68 million kg CO2e. In 2021, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 28.64 million kg CO2e.
For 2020, Edwards Lifesciences reported total emissions of approximately 46.22 million kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of approximately 14.42 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of approximately 31.80 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 31.26 million kg CO2e. In 2019, total emissions were approximately 41.80 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions around 13.80 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of approximately 28.00 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 51.55 million kg CO2e.
Edwards Lifesciences has committed to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2021 baseline. They have also committed to reducing Scope 3 GHG emissions by 51.6% per USD of value added within the same timeframe. Furthermore, the company plans to transition the majority of its global electricity demand to renewable sources by 2030.
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Edwards Lifesciences’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
9 goals2030
Edwards Lifesciences Corporation has globally adopted a plan…
Edwards Lifesciences Corporation has globally adopted a plan to achieve carbon neutrality by the year 2030 and 1.5°C science-based targets.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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