Nordion, officially known as Nordion Inc., is a leading provider of medical isotopes and radiation-based technologies, headquartered in Canada. Established in 1946, the company has made significant strides in the nuclear medicine industry, particularly in the production of isotopes used for diagnostic imaging and cancer treatment.
With operational facilities across North America and Europe, Nordion is renowned for its innovative solutions, including its proprietary technologies for sterilisation and radiopharmaceuticals. The company’s commitment to quality and safety has positioned it as a trusted partner in healthcare, contributing to advancements in patient care.
Nordion's notable achievements include its pivotal role in the global supply of Cobalt-60, a critical isotope for cancer therapy, solidifying its market position as a key player in the medical isotope sector.
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Industry Intensity
Health Services has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Health Services industry has increased its overall emissions by 7% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2025
Reported emissions
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Nordion's reported carbon emissions
Nordion, headquartered in CA, reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2.4 million kg CO2e for 2022. This figure includes Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalling about 1.3 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions amounting to approximately 1.1 million kg CO2e. In 2021, Nordion's emissions were approximately 2.4 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalling about 0.9 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 1.5 million kg CO2e. Nordion's emissions data is cascaded from its parent organisation, Nordion (Canada) Inc., as a current subsidiary. Further cascaded data indicates that CDP reporting originates from Sotera Health Company. Nordion's sustainability reporting for 2022, which includes this emissions data, is available in their "Nordion Energi Hållbarhetsredovisning 2022". The organisation has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or achievements in the provided information.
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Nordion’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
Inherited from Sotera Health Company
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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